Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle vs White-Lined Sphinx Moth Hornworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle | White-Lined Sphinx Moth Hornworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Harmonia axyridis | Cibolacris parviceps |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | East Asia; invasive worldwide | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Asian Multicolored Lady Beetle
A highly variable ladybird ranging from orange with many spots to solid black. Originally released for biocontrol, it is now invasive worldwide.
Did You Know?
It aggregates in enormous numbers on buildings in autumn, sometimes numbering in the thousands.
White-Lined Sphinx Moth Hornworm
A tiny, short-faced grasshopper adapted to the harshest parts of the Chihuahuan Desert. Its compact body reduces the surface area exposed to drying winds.
Did You Know?
It is one of the smallest grasshoppers in North American deserts, easily overlooked on the desert floor.