Dun-bar vs Tasmanian Giant Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dun-bar | Tasmanian Giant Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cosmia trapezina | Eusthenia spectabilis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Eustheniidae |
| Size | 28-34 mm wingspan | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Australia (Tasmania) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dun-bar
A late summer noctuid moth whose caterpillars are partly predatory, eating other moth larvae sharing their tree. Variable brown coloration with a distinctive pale bar.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars are cannibalistic and predatory, readily consuming other moth larvae they encounter on leaves.
Tasmanian Giant Stonefly
A spectacular large stonefly endemic to Tasmanian mountain streams with bold orange and black markings. Nymphs are among the largest aquatic insect larvae in Australia.
Did You Know?
It belongs to an ancient Gondwanan family found only in Australia and South America.