Orange-barred Sulphur vs Tulip-tree Silk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-barred Sulphur | Tulip-tree Silk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phoebis philea | Callosamia angulifera |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Saturniidae |
| Size | Wingspan 67-80mm | 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, South America | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Orange-barred Sulphur
A large bright yellow butterfly with orange bar markings on the upper forewings. Females are more muted with reddish markings.
Did You Know?
Males patrol large territories and engage in spiraling aerial battles with rivals that can last several minutes.
Tulip-tree Silk Moth
A large silk moth similar to the promethea but with more angular wing shapes and richer coloring. It is closely associated with tulip tree forests of the eastern United States.
Did You Know?
The tulip-tree silk moth spins a distinctive leaf-wrapped cocoon that hangs from a branch by a silk peduncle, swaying in the wind all winter.