Elephant Hawk-moth vs Cruiser Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elephant Hawk-moth | Cruiser Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Deilephila elpenor | Vindula dejone |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm wingspan | 80-100 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Borneo, Sulawesi, Philippines) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elephant Hawk-moth
A stunning pink and olive-green moth that hovers at flowers like a hummingbird at dusk. Its caterpillar has eyespots and a trunk-like shape, resembling a small elephant.
Did You Know?
It has exceptional night vision and can see colour in near-total darkness.
Cruiser Butterfly
A large butterfly with warm orange wings marked with black spots and lines. Males are bright tawny-orange while females are paler with more elaborate brown and white patterning.
Did You Know?
Males often patrol river courses and forest clearings with a powerful cruising flight, hence the common name.