Macrosoma hyacinthina vs Imported Cabbageworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macrosoma hyacinthina | Imported Cabbageworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrosoma hyacinthina | Pieris rapae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hedylidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 45-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Macrosoma hyacinthina
Small moth-butterfly with a subtle blue-violet sheen on fresh specimens. Named for the hyacinth-like coloring visible in certain light.
Did You Know?
All 36 known hedylid species belong to the single genus Macrosoma, making it the smallest butterfly family.
Imported Cabbageworm
A common white butterfly whose velvety green caterpillars are among the most familiar vegetable garden pests. Adults are the small white butterflies frequently seen fluttering over gardens.
Did You Know?
Despite being called a cabbageworm, it is actually a butterfly caterpillar, not a worm or moth larva.