Hummingbird Clearwing Moth vs Gold-banded Forester
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hummingbird Clearwing Moth | Gold-banded Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemaris thysbe | Euphaedra neophron |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 38-50 mm wingspan | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America from Canada to the Gulf states | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
A day-flying sphinx moth with transparent wings bordered in reddish-brown that closely resembles a hummingbird. It hovers at flowers while feeding with its long proboscis.
Did You Know?
Its wings are initially covered in scales when it emerges from its cocoon, but the scales fall off during its first flight, leaving them transparent.
Gold-banded Forester
A striking forest butterfly with dark wings marked by a bold golden-orange band. It feeds on the forest floor on fallen fruit.
Did You Know?
Euphaedra is one of the most species-rich butterfly genera in Africa, with over 200 described species.