Red Locust vs Great Banded Grayling
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Locust | Great Banded Grayling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomadacris septemfasciata | Brintesia circe |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 50-70 mm | 60-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Southern and central Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Locust
A large brown and red locust that swarms periodically from outbreak areas in Central and Southern Africa. It has distinctive red hindwings visible in flight.
Did You Know?
The International Red Locust Control Organization was created specifically to monitor and prevent outbreaks of this species.
Great Banded Grayling
A large brown butterfly with a prominent white band across the hindwing underside, resembling a tree-trunk fragment. It settles on tree bark and rocks, becoming almost invisible.
Did You Know?
When it lands on a tree trunk, it tilts to eliminate its shadow, perfecting its bark-like camouflage.