Burnet Companion vs Alpine Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Burnet Companion | Alpine Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euclidia glyphica | Kosciuscola tristis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Acrididae |
| Size | Wingspan 25-30mm | Body 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Burnet Companion
A small day-flying brown and orange moth often seen flying alongside burnet moths on flower-rich grasslands.
Did You Know?
Named because it is often seen flying in the company of six-spot burnet moths on the same flower-rich meadows.
Alpine Grasshopper
A striking color-changing grasshopper found in the Australian Alps above the snowline. Males turn from dark black-brown to brilliant turquoise blue when warmed by sunlight.
Did You Know?
Males change from black to vivid blue in minutes as their body temperature rises in the sun.