Cecropia Moth vs Privet Hawk-moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cecropia Moth | Privet Hawk-moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyalophora cecropia | Sphinx ligustri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | Wingspan 110-160mm | 90-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cecropia Moth
The largest native moth in North America with reddish-brown wings bearing white comma-shaped marks and crescent eyespots. It has a red and white banded body.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a single molecule of female pheromone from up to 11 kilometers away using their enormous feathery antennae.
Privet Hawk-moth
Britain's largest resident moth, with a massive body bearing pink and black abdominal stripes. Its horn-tipped caterpillar is bright green with purple and white diagonal stripes.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar performs a sphinx-like pose when disturbed, which gave the Sphingidae family its name.