Centaurus Beetle vs Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Centaurus Beetle | Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Augosoma centaurus | Acherontia styx |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 40-90 mm | 80-115 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Centaurus Beetle
The largest rhinoceros beetle in Africa with two prominent horns. Adults have a glossy reddish-brown to black coloration.
Did You Know?
They are considered pests on oil palm plantations because larvae feed on living palm roots.
Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth
An Asian relative of the death's-head hawk moth, similarly marked with a skull pattern on the thorax. It is slightly smaller but equally capable of entering beehives to feed on honey.
Did You Know?
Like its European cousin, Acherontia styx can produce a squeaking sound by forcing air through its proboscis, which may mimic queen bee pheromones to pacify guard bees.