Owl Butterfly vs Squash Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Owl Butterfly | Squash Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caligo memnon | Anasa tristis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Coreidae |
| Size | Wingspan 120-160mm | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South America, North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Owl Butterfly
A very large tropical butterfly with enormous owl-eye patterns on the underside of its hindwings. The uppersides are deep blue-purple.
Did You Know?
The large eyespots on its underwings closely resemble the face of a screech owl which startles would-be predators.
Squash Bug
A flat, dark grayish-brown bug that is a major pest of squash and pumpkin plants. When crushed, it emits a distinctly unpleasant odor similar to stink bugs.
Did You Know?
Squash bugs inject toxic saliva while feeding that causes a condition called anasa wilt, which can kill entire squash vines within days of a heavy infestation.