Pandora Sphinx Moth vs Spotted Grass Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pandora Sphinx Moth | Spotted Grass Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eumorpha pandorus | Rivula propinqualis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Crambidae |
| Size | 82-115 mm wingspan | 15-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pandora Sphinx Moth
A large sphinx moth with olive-green forewings marked with darker patches and pink hindwings. Its caterpillar has a large eyespot that makes it resemble a small snake.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar can retract its head into its thorax to inflate the eyespot and look more threatening.
Spotted Grass Moth
A tiny yellowish moth with a distinctive dark spot on each forewing. It is extremely common in damp grassy habitats across eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Despite being one of the most abundant moths in its range, it is so small that most people never notice it.