Verdant Sphinx Moth vs Derbid Planthopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Verdant Sphinx Moth | Derbid Planthopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euchloron megaera | Anotia bonnetii |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Derbidae |
| Size | 85-110 mm wingspan | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Eastern United States, Caribbean, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Verdant Sphinx Moth
A large green and brown hawk moth that pollinates tropical flowers at dusk.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar has a large eyespot that makes it resemble a small snake.
Derbid Planthopper
A delicate planthopper with elongated, paddle-shaped wings held flat over the body. It is pale yellowish-green and often found resting on palm fronds and broad-leaved plants.
Did You Know?
Unlike most planthoppers, derbid nymphs are mycophagous, feeding on fungal hyphae in leaf litter and rotting wood before switching to plant sap as adults.