Bedstraw Hawk Moth vs Bitter Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bedstraw Hawk Moth | Bitter Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyles gallii | Theclinesthes miskini |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 55-75 mm | 20-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America, northern Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bedstraw Hawk Moth
A striking hawk moth with olive-green forewings bearing a buff median band and pink hindwings. It is a migratory species found across the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
The bedstraw hawk moth has one of the most extensive ranges of any hawk moth, found from Scandinavia to Japan and across much of North America.
Bitter Blue
Small blue and brown butterfly with spotted gray undersides. Commonly found around its host plant in Australian coastal areas.
Did You Know?
It is tended by several species of ants that protect the caterpillars in exchange for honeydew.