Macrosoma hyacinthina vs South American Dobsonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macrosoma hyacinthina | South American Dobsonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrosoma hyacinthina | Chloronia hieroglyphica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Hedylidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 60-90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Central America, South America | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
South American Dobsonfly
A large, distinctively patterned dobsonfly from South American mountain streams. Its wings bear intricate markings resembling hieroglyphic script.
Did You Know?
Its elaborately patterned wings inspired the species name hieroglyphica.