Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly vs Verdant Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly | Verdant Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brephidium exilis thompsoni | Tinostoma smaragditis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm wingspan | 55-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Cuba, Caribbean | Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly
One of the smallest butterflies in the world, found in Cuba and the Caribbean. Its wingspan barely exceeds 15 mm.
Did You Know?
It is so tiny that it is often mistaken for a small moth or fly.
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.