Cynthia Moth vs Tawny Crazy Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cynthia Moth | Tawny Crazy Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Samia cynthia | Nylanderia fulva |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 100-140 mm wingspan | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Native to China and India; introduced to North America and Europe | South America, Southern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Cynthia Moth
An olive and brown silk moth with distinctive white crescent marks and lilac shading on the wing margins. Originally from Asia, it was widely introduced for eri silk production.
Did You Know?
Feral populations became established in New York City in the 1800s, thriving on the abundant ailanthus trees.
Tawny Crazy Ant
A small reddish-brown ant that forms enormous supercolonies and is displacing fire ants in the southern United States. They are attracted to electrical equipment and often cause short circuits.
Did You Know?
They coat themselves in formic acid as an antidote after being stung by fire ants, a unique detoxification behavior.