Polyphemus Moth vs Sunny Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Polyphemus Moth | Sunny Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Antheraea polyphemus | Sungaya inexpectata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Saturniidae | Heteropterygidae |
| Size | Wingspan 100-150mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Polyphemus Moth
A large tan moth with prominent purple-ringed eyespots on its hindwings. It is named after the cyclops Polyphemus from Greek mythology.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can eat 86000 times its weight in food in the two months before it pupates.
Sunny Stick Insect
A small, chunky stick insect covered in short spines and tubercles, native to the Philippines. It is popular in captivity due to its manageable size and ease of care.
Did You Know?
Sunny stick insects can reproduce by parthenogenesis, but populations with males produce offspring with greater genetic diversity and disease resistance.