Latreille's Hawk Moth vs Turtle Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Latreille's Hawk Moth | Turtle Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Theretra latreillii | Cephalotes atratus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm | 6-14 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, New Guinea, Southeast Asia | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Turtle Ant
A large, flat-bodied arboreal ant with a broad disc-shaped head used to block nest entrances in tree holes. Workers can glide directionally when falling from the canopy.
Did You Know?
They are one of the few ant species capable of directed aerial gliding, steering back to their tree trunk mid-fall.