Death Head Hawk Moth vs Great Purple Emperor
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Death Head Hawk Moth | Great Purple Emperor |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acherontia lachesis | Sasakia charonda |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm wingspan | 75-110 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | East Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Great Purple Emperor
Japan's national butterfly, known as 'o-murasaki' in Japanese. Males display a stunning purple iridescence on their wings. A large and powerful flier found in deciduous forests.
Did You Know?
Designated as Japan's national butterfly in 1957, the Great Purple Emperor is rarely seen feeding on flowers, preferring tree sap instead.