Guedin's Hawk Moth vs Four-spotted Footman Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Guedin's Hawk Moth | Four-spotted Footman Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macroglossum gyrans | Lithosia quadra |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm | 35-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Four-spotted Footman Moth
A large footman moth with strong sexual dimorphism; males are grey with two forewing spots, females yellow with four large blue-black spots. Females are significantly larger than males.
Did You Know?
When handled, it can exude a yellow fluid from its thorax that stains skin.