Giant Orange Ichneumon vs Cecropia Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Orange Ichneumon | Cecropia Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Netelia producta | Hyalophora cecropia |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | Wingspan 110-160mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Orange Ichneumon
A large, uniformly orange ichneumon wasp commonly attracted to lights. It parasitizes caterpillars of owlet moths and geometrid moths.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most frequently encountered ichneumon wasps at porch lights across North America during summer.
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.