Achemon Sphinx Moth vs Malagasy Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Achemon Sphinx Moth | Malagasy Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eumorpha achemon | Grammodes stolida |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 85-100 mm | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Achemon Sphinx Moth
A robust hawk moth with pink and tan-brown forewings and bright pink hindwings. It is closely related to the Pandorus sphinx and shares similar grape-feeding larvae.
Did You Know?
The Achemon sphinx caterpillar changes dramatically in color from green to salmon-pink as it prepares to pupate.
Malagasy Tiger Moth
A nocturnal moth with bold geometric patterns of orange, cream, and dark brown on its forewings. The hindwings are bright orange with dark borders.
Did You Know?
Its bold wing pattern serves as a startle display when it opens its forewings to reveal the bright orange hindwings to predators.