Red-banded Jezebel vs Achemon Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-banded Jezebel | Achemon Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias mysis | Eumorpha achemon |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 6-7 cm wingspan | 85-100 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-banded Jezebel
A tropical butterfly with white upper wings and vivid red bands on the hindwing underside. It is found in the rainforests of northern Queensland.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in large numbers to drink from muddy puddles along creek beds.
Achemon Sphinx Moth
A robust hawk moth with pink and tan-brown forewings and bright pink hindwings. It is closely related to the Pandorus sphinx and shares similar grape-feeding larvae.
Did You Know?
The Achemon sphinx caterpillar changes dramatically in color from green to salmon-pink as it prepares to pupate.