Amazon Sphinx Moth vs Kamehameha Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Amazon Sphinx Moth | Kamehameha Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cocytius antaeus | Vanessa tameamea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 130-175 mm wingspan | 60-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Central America, Caribbean, southern United States | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
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.
Kamehameha Butterfly
Hawaii's state insect, a beautiful orange-and-black butterfly endemic to the islands. It is one of only two butterfly species native to Hawaii.
Did You Know?
It was designated Hawaii's state insect in 2009 and is named after the Hawaiian royal dynasty.