Iberian Snakefly vs Waved Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Iberian Snakefly | Waved Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Harraphidia laufferi | Ceratomia undulosa |
| Order | Raphidioptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Raphidiidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 75-100 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Spain, Portugal | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Iberian Snakefly
A snakefly endemic to the Iberian Peninsula, found in cork oak and pine woodlands. It is one of several snakefly species restricted to the western Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
The Iberian Peninsula is a hotspot for snakefly diversity, hosting more species per area than almost anywhere else.
Waved Sphinx Moth
A large gray hawk moth with wavy dark lines across the forewings, providing superb bark camouflage. It is one of the most commonly encountered sphingids at lights in eastern North America.
Did You Know?
The waved sphinx is so common at porch lights in the eastern US that it is often the first sphinx moth most people encounter.