Amazon Sphinx Moth vs Grass Webworm Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Amazon Sphinx Moth | Grass Webworm Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cocytius antaeus | Herpetogramma licarsisalis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Crambidae |
| Size | 130-175 mm wingspan | 20-26 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Central America, Caribbean, southern United States | Southeast Asia, Oceania, Africa, South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Amazon Sphinx Moth
One of the largest sphinx moths in the Americas with a long, narrow body and pointed wings. Its tongue can exceed 30 centimeters in length.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinarily long proboscis evolved alongside deep-tubed orchids in a classic example of co-evolution.
Grass Webworm Moth
A small brownish moth with faint wavy lines across the forewings. Its larvae spin silk webs over grass and can cause serious damage to tropical lawns and pastures.
Did You Know?
Larvae create silken tunnels at the base of grass stems where they hide during the day.