Cabbage Tree Emperor Moth vs Willowherb Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Tree Emperor Moth | Willowherb Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bunaea alcinoe | Proserpinus proserpina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 100-160 mm wingspan | 36-46 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Central and southern Europe, North Africa, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cabbage Tree Emperor Moth
A large emperor moth with reddish-brown wings bearing prominent eyespots. Larvae are gregarious and covered in branching spines.
Did You Know?
In parts of southern Africa, the large protein-rich caterpillars are harvested and eaten as mopane worm alternatives.
Willowherb Hawk Moth
A compact hawk moth with olive-green forewings and bright orange hindwings with a dark border. It flies at dusk and is found in damp habitats across southern and central Europe.
Did You Know?
This species is listed in Annex IV of the EU Habitats Directive, making it legally protected across the European Union.