Fox Moth vs Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fox Moth | Hummingbird Clearwing Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrothylacia rubi | Hemaris thysbe |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lasiocampidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | Wingspan 50-65mm | 38-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America from Canada to the Gulf states |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fox Moth
A richly colored russet-brown moth. The large hairy black caterpillar is commonly seen crossing paths in autumn.
Did You Know?
The large dark caterpillar is one of the most commonly seen caterpillars in autumn as it searches for a hibernation site.
Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
A day-flying sphinx moth with transparent wings bordered in reddish-brown that closely resembles a hummingbird. It hovers at flowers while feeding with its long proboscis.
Did You Know?
Its wings are initially covered in scales when it emerges from its cocoon, but the scales fall off during its first flight, leaving them transparent.