Columbian Flower Planthopper vs Death Head Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Columbian Flower Planthopper | Death Head Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Poekilloptera phalaenoides | Acherontia lachesis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Flatidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 100-130 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Columbian Flower Planthopper
A large and spectacular flatid with broad white wings marked with black spots, closely resembling a moth. Groups of nymphs produce masses of white waxy filaments on branches.
Did You Know?
Clusters of waxy-coated nymphs on a branch can look like a fungal growth or cotton mass, providing effective communal camouflage.
Death Head Hawk Moth
An Asian death head moth that squeaks loudly and raids bee hives for honey.
Did You Know?
It produces a chemical that mimics bee pheromones to avoid attack inside hives.