Death Head Hawk Moth vs Calleta Silk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Death Head Hawk Moth | Calleta Silk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acherontia lachesis | Eupackardia calleta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm wingspan | 85-110 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Calleta Silk Moth
A dark brown silk moth with striking white crescent markings and a broad white postmedial band on each wing. It is native to the Sonoran Desert and surrounding regions.
Did You Know?
Native peoples historically harvested its cocoons to make rattles and small containers.