Silver-spotted Ghost Moth vs African Map Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silver-spotted Ghost Moth | African Map Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sthenopis argenteomaculatus | Cyrestis camillus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hepialidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 60-75 mm wingspan | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silver-spotted Ghost Moth
A large ghost moth from North America with silver-spotted wings. Caterpillars bore into the roots of alder trees, taking two years to develop. Adults emerge for brief nocturnal mating flights.
Did You Know?
Larvae spend up to two years boring through alder tree roots in waterlogged soil before pupating.
African Map Butterfly
A delicate white butterfly with fine dark lines across its wings resembling a map or circuit board. It rests with wings spread flat on leaves.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white wings and fine line pattern make it almost invisible when it rests on pale bark or lichen.