Scarce Umber Moth vs Cristina's Timema
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarce Umber Moth | Cristina's Timema |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agriopis aurantiaria | Timema cristinae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Geometridae | Timematidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan (males) | 2-2.5 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | United States (Southern California) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarce Umber Moth
An autumn-flying moth with warm orange-brown wings marked with darker speckles. Females are wingless and crawl up tree trunks to await males.
Did You Know?
It emerges so late in autumn that it sometimes flies in early snowfall.
Cristina's Timema
A small, stout walking stick from California that comes in green, striped, and melanistic forms. It is a major model species for studying speciation and adaptation.
Did You Know?
Different color morphs are adapted to different host plants, providing a textbook example of natural selection in action.