Blue Triangle vs Silver-striped Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Triangle | Silver-striped Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Graphium sarpedon | Hippotion celerio |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 6-8 cm wingspan | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Southeast Asia, India | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Triangle
A swift-flying black swallowtail with a band of translucent blue-green spots across both wings. It is common along the east coast of Australia.
Did You Know?
It has adapted to feed on the introduced camphor laurel, turning an invasive weed into a food source.
Silver-striped Hawk Moth
A medium-sized hawk moth with olive-brown forewings and bright pink hindwings, featuring silver stripes along the body. It is a powerful migrant found throughout the tropics.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars have prominent eyespots that make them look like small snakes to deter predators.