Achemon Sphinx Moth vs White-Tipped Planthopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Achemon Sphinx Moth | White-Tipped Planthopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eumorpha achemon | Siphanta acuta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Flatidae |
| Size | 85-100 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Australia, introduced to Hawaii, California, Mediterranean |
| 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.
White-Tipped Planthopper
A bright green, wedge-shaped planthopper with white-tipped wings that mimics a small leaf. It is a common pest that has spread to many subtropical regions.
Did You Know?
It holds its wings steeply tent-like over its body, creating a perfect leaf-shaped silhouette.