Karner Blue vs Verdant Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Karner Blue | Verdant Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Plebejus samuelis | Euchloron megaera |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 85-110 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Great Lakes and northeastern United States | Africa |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Karner Blue
A tiny bright blue butterfly with orange crescents on the hindwing underside that depends entirely on wild lupine. It is a federally endangered species in the United States.
Did You Know?
It was first described by novelist Vladimir Nabokov, who was also a serious lepidopterist at Harvard's Museum of Comparative Zoology.
Verdant Sphinx Moth
A large green and brown hawk moth that pollinates tropical flowers at dusk.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar has a large eyespot that makes it resemble a small snake.