Glanville Fritillary vs Latreille's Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Glanville Fritillary | Latreille's Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melitaea cinxia | Theretra latreillii |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 33-40 mm wingspan | 55-70 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Australia, New Guinea, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern (rare in Britain) | Least Concern |
Glanville Fritillary
An orange and black chequered butterfly confined in Britain to the Isle of Wight's coastal cliffs. It was named after Lady Eleanor Glanville, an eccentric 17th-century collector.
Did You Know?
Lady Glanville's relatives tried to have her will annulled, claiming only a lunatic would collect butterflies.
Latreille's Hawk Moth
A medium-sized hawk moth with olive-brown forewings bearing a distinctive pale stripe. It is common in eastern Australia where its caterpillars feed on grape and ornamental vines.
Did You Know?
In Australia, this moth is commonly known as the 'grapevine hawk moth' and is one of the most frequently encountered sphingids in suburban Sydney.