Madagascan Sphinx Moth vs Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Sphinx Moth | Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthopan praedicta | Malacosoma americanum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Lasiocampidae |
| Size | 130-150 mm wingspan | 25–38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Madagascan Sphinx Moth
A hawkmoth with an extraordinarily long proboscis, endemic to Madagascar. Darwin famously predicted its existence based on a deep orchid.
Did You Know?
Its proboscis can reach up to 30 cm long to access nectar from Angraecum sesquipedale orchids.
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Moth
A common moth whose caterpillars build conspicuous silk tents in the forks of cherry and apple trees. Colonies cooperate to build and expand their communal shelter.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars lay silk trail pheromones to guide nestmates to the best feeding sites on the tree.