Silver-ground Carpet vs Lord Howe Island Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silver-ground Carpet | Lord Howe Island Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe montanata | Dryococelus australis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Geometridae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 26-30 mm wingspan | 120-150 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Silver-ground Carpet
A common and attractive geometer moth frequently disturbed from vegetation during daytime walks. White with grey-brown central band. Found in a variety of habitats from gardens to mountains.
Did You Know?
Commonly flushed from undergrowth when walking through tall vegetation, flying a short distance before resettling.
Lord Howe Island Stick Insect
Once thought extinct after rats were introduced in 1918, a tiny population was rediscovered in 2001 on Balls Pyramid, a volcanic sea stack 23 km from Lord Howe Island.
Did You Know?
Fewer than 30 individuals were found clinging to a single bush on a barren sea stack — making this the rarest insect rediscovery in history. Captive breeding saved the species.