Ruby Tiger Moth vs Hawaiian Carnivorous Caterpillar
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ruby Tiger Moth | Hawaiian Carnivorous Caterpillar |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phragmatobia fuliginosa | Eupithecia staurophragma |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Arctiidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 28-35 mm wingspan | 20-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Ruby Tiger Moth
A small tiger moth with dark brownish-red forewings and rosy-red hindwings spotted with black. It is common across the northern hemisphere and flies both day and night.
Did You Know?
The hairy caterpillar can survive being frozen solid during winter and resumes feeding when it thaws.
Hawaiian Carnivorous Caterpillar
A remarkable moth whose caterpillars are ambush predators of insects, unique among Lepidoptera. Found only in Hawaiian native forests.
Did You Know?
These are among the only caterpillars in the world that actively hunt and eat other insects.