Coreid Bug vs Blackburn's Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coreid Bug | Blackburn's Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thasus neocalifornicus | Manduca blackburni |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 100-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Oceania (Hawaii) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Coreid Bug
One of the largest leaf-footed bugs in North America with vivid nymph coloration.
Did You Know?
Nymphs are brilliant metallic blue and red before turning drab brown as adults.
Blackburn's Sphinx Moth
The largest native insect in Hawaii, this sphinx moth has a wingspan up to 120 mm. It was once widespread across the islands but is now extremely rare due to habitat loss and invasive species. Its larvae originally fed on native aiea trees but now also use introduced tobacco.
Did You Know?
This moth has adapted to feed on introduced tobacco plants, a relative of its native host, which may have helped prevent its extinction.