Coreid Bug vs Guedin's Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coreid Bug | Guedin's Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thasus neocalifornicus | Macroglossum gyrans |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Guedin's Hawk Moth
A small day-flying hawk moth with olive-brown forewings and orange-yellow hindwings. It hovers at flowers like a hummingbird and is widespread across tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
Macroglossum gyrans can beat its wings over 70 times per second while hovering, producing the characteristic humming sound that gives its genus its name.