Swallow-tailed Moth vs Rock Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Swallow-tailed Moth | Rock Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ourapteryx sambucaria | Goera calcarata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Goeridae |
| Size | 50-62 mm wingspan | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Swallow-tailed Moth
A large, pale lemon-yellow moth with pointed tail-like projections on its hindwings. Its graceful shape and colour make it one of the most elegant geometrid moths.
Did You Know?
Despite its butterfly-like tail extensions, it is a true moth and is strongly attracted to light.
Rock Caddisfly
A caddisfly of limestone streams whose cases incorporate calcareous sand grains and pebble ballast. Larvae scrape algae from rock surfaces.
Did You Know?
The calcareous case material provides partial camouflage against the pale limestone streambed.