Four-barred Swordtail vs Guedin's Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-barred Swordtail | Guedin's Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protographium leosthenes | Macroglossum gyrans |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 6-7 cm wingspan | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Papua New Guinea | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Four-barred Swordtail
A distinctive swallowtail with translucent wings crossed by four dark bars and a long sword-like tail. It has a rapid, darting flight pattern.
Did You Know?
Its nearly transparent wings make it extremely difficult to spot in dappled rainforest light.
Guedin's Hawk Moth
A small day-flying hawk moth with olive-brown forewings and orange-yellow hindwings. It hovers at flowers like a hummingbird and is widespread across tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
Macroglossum gyrans can beat its wings over 70 times per second while hovering, producing the characteristic humming sound that gives its genus its name.