White Witch Moth vs Ecuadorian Dead Leaf Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White Witch Moth | Ecuadorian Dead Leaf Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thysania agrippina | Acanthops elegans |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Erebidae | Acanthopidae |
| Size | 250-310 mm wingspan | 35-48 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Ecuador, Northern Peru |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
White Witch Moth
Holds the record for the widest wingspan of any moth or butterfly at up to 310 mm. A nocturnal neotropical species with pale grey-white wings and wavy dark markings.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan up to 31 cm, the white witch moth has the widest wingspan of any living insect — broader than a dinner plate and rivaling small birds in flight.
Ecuadorian Dead Leaf Mantis
An elegant dead leaf mantis from the western Amazon basin of Ecuador. It has refined leaf mimicry with smooth, curved wing edges.
Did You Know?
Its smoother wing outline distinguishes it from the more ragged-edged species in the genus.