Gaudy Sphinx Moth vs Indian Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gaudy Sphinx Moth | Indian Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eumorpha labruscae | Argyreus hyperbius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 85-120 mm | 55-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern United States, Central America, South America | South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gaudy Sphinx Moth
A spectacular hawk moth with blue-green and brown patterned forewings that create an extraordinary leafy camouflage. It is one of the most beautifully colored sphinx moths in the world.
Did You Know?
When resting on a vine leaf, the gaudy sphinx moth is almost impossible to spot because its wing patterns perfectly replicate the colors and veining of a fresh leaf.
Indian Fritillary
Orange wings with rounded black spots; females have darker forewings with white patches. Females mimic the toxic Danaus chrysippus.
Did You Know?
Female-limited Batesian mimicry protects them while males retain the ancestral orange pattern.