Silver-spotted Ghost Moth vs Ulysses Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silver-spotted Ghost Moth | Ulysses Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sthenopis argenteomaculatus | Papilio ulysses |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Hepialidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 60-75 mm wingspan | 10-14 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia |
| 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.
Ulysses Butterfly
A large swallowtail with electric blue uppersides and cryptic brown undersides. It is an iconic symbol of tropical north Queensland tourism.
Did You Know?
Males are strongly attracted to anything bright blue, including clothing and car paint.