African Moon Moth vs Guedin's Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Moon Moth | Guedin's Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Argema mimosae | Macroglossum gyrans |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | Wingspan 100-120mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Moon Moth
A large pale green silk moth with long hindwing tails and maroon eyespots on each wing. Males have broad feathery antennae.
Did You Know?
It is closely related to the Madagascan comet moth but has shorter tails and a wider African distribution.
Guedin's Hawk Moth
A small day-flying hawk moth with olive-brown forewings and orange-yellow hindwings. It hovers at flowers like a hummingbird and is widespread across tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
Macroglossum gyrans can beat its wings over 70 times per second while hovering, producing the characteristic humming sound that gives its genus its name.