Tau Emperor Moth vs Rentz's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tau Emperor Moth | Rentz's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aglia tau | Ctenomorpha marginipennis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Saturniidae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 55-80 mm wingspan | 150-200mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tau Emperor Moth
A day-flying silk moth with a distinctive T-shaped mark on each wing.
Did You Know?
Males fly rapidly in sunshine while females rest on tree trunks.
Rentz's Stick Insect
An extremely long Australian stick insect that can reach over 20cm in body length. It is bright green with a smooth cylindrical body. Males are much smaller and can fly with well-developed wings.
Did You Know?
Females drop their eggs from the tree canopy to the forest floor, where ants collect and bury them, aiding dispersal.