Small Rivulet vs Cromwell Chafer Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Rivulet | Cromwell Chafer Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perizoma alchemillata | Prodontria lewisii |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 18-22 mm wingspan | 1-1.5 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Small Rivulet
A delicate small moth found in damp habitats where hemp agrimony grows. The larvae feed inside the flowers. Has subtle grey and white wing markings.
Did You Know?
The larvae develop entirely within hemp agrimony flower heads, emerging only to pupate.
Cromwell Chafer Beetle
A small chafer beetle endemic to a tiny area near Cromwell in Central Otago, New Zealand. Adults are nocturnal and feed on native grasses.
Did You Know?
Its entire habitat is protected within an 81-hectare reserve, one of the smallest nature reserves created for an insect.