Foxglove Pug vs Saw-backed Grouse Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Foxglove Pug | Saw-backed Grouse Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupithecia pulchellata | Acridopeza reticulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 17-21 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Foxglove Pug
A small moth whose larvae feed exclusively inside foxglove flowers. Well-camouflaged with subtle brown markings. Found wherever foxgloves grow.
Did You Know?
Larvae are perfectly camouflaged inside foxglove flowers, feeding on the developing seeds.
Saw-backed Grouse Locust
An Australian pygmy grasshopper with a distinctly serrated or saw-toothed pronotal keel. It is found in moist forest floor habitats.
Did You Know?
Its serrated pronotum crest is unique among Australian tetrigids and gives it an almost reptilian appearance.