Saunders' Case Moth vs Golden Carpenter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saunders' Case Moth | Golden Carpenter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metura saundersi | Camponotus sericeiventris |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Psychidae | Formicidae |
| Size | Case up to 8 cm long; male moth 1.5-2 cm wingspan | 8-18 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Central and South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Saunders' Case Moth
A smaller relative of the large case moth that constructs a tapering case of silk and plant debris. Males are dark, short-lived moths while females remain in their cases.
Did You Know?
Each case is individually crafted and can take over a year to fully construct.
Golden Carpenter Ant
A striking large ant with dense golden or silvery pubescence covering its gaster, giving it a metallic sheen. Workers are among the largest ants in the Neotropics. They nest in both live and dead trees in tropical forests.
Did You Know?
The dense pubescence on their body is thought to serve a thermoregulatory function similar to the Saharan silver ant.