Tulip-tree Silk Moth vs Gaudy Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tulip-tree Silk Moth | Gaudy Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callosamia angulifera | Eumorpha labruscae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 80-110 mm | 85-120 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Southern United States, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tulip-tree Silk Moth
A large silk moth similar to the promethea but with more angular wing shapes and richer coloring. It is closely associated with tulip tree forests of the eastern United States.
Did You Know?
The tulip-tree silk moth spins a distinctive leaf-wrapped cocoon that hangs from a branch by a silk peduncle, swaying in the wind all winter.
Gaudy Sphinx Moth
A spectacular hawk moth with blue-green and brown patterned forewings that create an extraordinary leafy camouflage. It is one of the most beautifully colored sphinx moths in the world.
Did You Know?
When resting on a vine leaf, the gaudy sphinx moth is almost impossible to spot because its wing patterns perfectly replicate the colors and veining of a fresh leaf.