Royal Walnut Moth vs Rosy Maple Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Royal Walnut Moth | Rosy Maple Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Citheronia sepulcralis | Dryocampa rubicunda |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 75-100 mm | 32-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Royal Walnut Moth
A rich brown moth with orange veins and small yellow spots. It is closely related to the regal moth but smaller and darker, found in southeastern pine forests.
Did You Know?
Citheronia sepulcralis is restricted to the Atlantic and Gulf coastal plains and is far less commonly encountered than its more famous relative, the regal moth.
Rosy Maple Moth
A small fluffy moth with striking pink and yellow coloring that resembles cotton candy. Adults emerge in spring and are attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
Its bright pink and yellow coloring serves no known warning or mimicry purpose and remains an evolutionary puzzle.