White Morpho vs Spurge Hawkmoth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White Morpho | Spurge Hawkmoth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Morpho polyphemus | Hyles euphorbiae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm wingspan | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Mexico, Central America, Colombia, Venezuela | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White Morpho
A large pearly white morpho butterfly with subtle iridescent sheen on its broad wings. It has a slower, more gliding flight than its blue relatives.
Did You Know?
Unlike the vivid blue morphos, this species uses its pale coloring to blend with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy.
Spurge Hawkmoth
A striking hawkmoth with olive and pink forewings and rosy-red hindwings with a black base. Its caterpillar is equally spectacular with red, black, yellow, and white markings.
Did You Know?
It has been introduced to North America as a biological control agent for invasive leafy spurge.