Tree Locust vs Clifden Nonpareil Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree Locust | Clifden Nonpareil Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anacridium melanorhodon | Catocala fraxini |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Erebidae |
| Size | 55-75 mm | 75-100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Sahel region, North Africa, East Africa | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tree Locust
A large grey-brown locust with distinctive vertical stripes on its eyes and a rough thorax crest. It roosts in trees and can form small swarms.
Did You Know?
Unlike most locusts that rest on the ground, tree locusts spend most of their time roosting high in trees during the day.
Clifden Nonpareil Moth
A large underwing moth with spectacular blue-black hindwings concealed at rest.
Did You Know?
Its cryptic gray forewings hide vivid blue bands that flash during escape flights.