Negro Bug vs Australian Magpie Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Negro Bug | Australian Magpie Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyreocoris scarabaeoides | Nyctemera amica |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Thyreocoridae | Erebidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Negro Bug
A tiny shiny black hemispherical bug that looks like a miniature beetle. It feeds on violets and strawberries.
Did You Know?
So strongly resembles a tiny beetle that it is frequently misidentified and overlooked by bug enthusiasts.
Australian Magpie Moth
A striking day-flying black and white moth from Australasia. Caterpillars feed on groundsel and ragwort, sequestering toxic alkaloids. The bold pattern warns predators of its toxicity.
Did You Know?
Its bold black and white pattern serves as a warning to predators that it contains toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids.