Tasmanian Cave Cricket vs Common Graphium
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tasmanian Cave Cricket | Common Graphium |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Micropathus ditto | Graphium leonidas |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Rhaphidophoridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 65-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Senegal, Ivory Coast) |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Tasmanian Cave Cricket
A recently described cave cricket from wet forests of Tasmania, Australia. It is a short-range endemic threatened by habitat loss.
Did You Know?
It was only formally described in recent years despite being known to cavers.
Common Graphium
A striking swallowtail butterfly with black wings marked with pale blue-green translucent spots. It is a fast and powerful flier often seen in forest clearings. Males gather at mud puddles in large groups.
Did You Know?
Groups of up to 50 males can be seen drinking together at riverside mud puddles, creating a spectacular display of color.