Zodiac Moth vs Flat Bark Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zodiac Moth | Flat Bark Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alcides metaurus | Cucujus cinnaberinus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Uraniidae | Cucujidae |
| Size | 8-10 cm wingspan | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Papua New Guinea | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Zodiac Moth
A spectacular day-flying moth with iridescent green and black wings resembling a swallowtail butterfly. It migrates in large numbers through north Queensland rainforests.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant green wing color is produced by microscopic light-refracting structures, not pigment.
Flat Bark Beetle
A bright red, extremely flat beetle that lives beneath the bark of dead trees. It is an indicator species of old-growth forests.
Did You Know?
Its body is so flat it can fit into spaces less than 2mm thick between bark layers.