Rough Stink Bug vs Australian Magpie Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rough Stink Bug | Australian Magpie Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brochymena quadripustulata | Nyctemera amica |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Australia, New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rough Stink Bug
A gray-brown bark-colored stink bug with a rough, granular body surface that provides excellent camouflage on tree trunks. It has four small pale spots on the scutellum. It feeds on tree fruits but also preys on caterpillars.
Did You Know?
Its bark-like coloration and texture make it virtually invisible when resting on tree trunks, and it will press itself flat against the bark and freeze when disturbed.
Australian Magpie Moth
A striking day-flying black and white moth from Australasia. Caterpillars feed on groundsel and ragwort, sequestering toxic alkaloids. The bold pattern warns predators of its toxicity.
Did You Know?
Its bold black and white pattern serves as a warning to predators that it contains toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids.