Eyed Hawk-moth vs Tasmanian Giant Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eyed Hawk-moth | Tasmanian Giant Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Smerinthus ocellatus | Eusthenia spectabilis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Eustheniidae |
| Size | 70-95 mm wingspan | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Australia (Tasmania) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Eyed Hawk-moth
A large hawk-moth with cryptic brown forewings that conceal vivid blue and black eyespots on the hindwings. When startled, it flashes its eyespots to frighten predators.
Did You Know?
The flash of its eyespots has been shown experimentally to startle birds into abandoning their attack.
Tasmanian Giant Stonefly
A spectacular large stonefly endemic to Tasmanian mountain streams with bold orange and black markings. Nymphs are among the largest aquatic insect larvae in Australia.
Did You Know?
It belongs to an ancient Gondwanan family found only in Australia and South America.