Cecropia Moth vs Verdant Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cecropia Moth | Verdant Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyalophora cecropia | Tinostoma smaragditis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | Wingspan 110-160mm | 55-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cecropia Moth
The largest native moth in North America with reddish-brown wings bearing white comma-shaped marks and crescent eyespots. It has a red and white banded body.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a single molecule of female pheromone from up to 11 kilometers away using their enormous feathery antennae.
Verdant Hawk Moth
A vivid emerald-green hawk moth found in tropical Pacific islands.
Did You Know?
Its green coloration is unusually stable compared to most green moths.