Death Head Hawkmoth vs Green Immigrant Leaf Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Death Head Hawkmoth | Green Immigrant Leaf Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acherontia atropos | Polydrusus formosus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm wingspan | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Europe, Asia | Europe, introduced to Northeastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Death Head Hawkmoth
Famous for the skull-like pattern on its thorax. Can emit a loud squeak when disturbed. Raids beehives by mimicking bee scent to steal honey.
Did You Know?
Deaths-head hawkmoths invade beehives by releasing a chemical that mimics the scent of bees, allowing them to walk in unbothered and feast on honey.
Green Immigrant Leaf Weevil
A small, brilliant metallic green beetle covered in tiny iridescent scales that produce its striking coloration. It is native to Europe but has become established in parts of North America.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant green color comes from microscopic scales on its body; once these scales wear off, the beetle appears dull brown or black underneath.