Nessus Sphinx Moth vs Common Potter Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nessus Sphinx Moth | Common Potter Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amphion floridensis | Eumenes fraternus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 50-60 mm wingspan | 13-17 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nessus Sphinx Moth
A day-flying sphinx moth with dark chocolate-brown wings and two bright yellow bands across the abdomen. It hovers like a hummingbird while feeding at flowers.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few sphingids that flies actively during daylight hours rather than at dusk.
Common Potter Wasp
A North American potter wasp that builds small globular mud cells on plant stems and twigs. The female suspends her egg on a silk thread inside the pot before sealing it.
Did You Know?
The egg is hung on a thread from the ceiling of the pot so the larva can begin eating the paralyzed caterpillars below without being crushed.