Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth vs Duke of Burgundy
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth | Duke of Burgundy |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acherontia styx | Hamearis lucina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 80-115 mm | 29-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (declining regionally) |
Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth
An Asian relative of the death's-head hawk moth, similarly marked with a skull pattern on the thorax. It is slightly smaller but equally capable of entering beehives to feed on honey.
Did You Know?
Like its European cousin, Acherontia styx can produce a squeaking sound by forcing air through its proboscis, which may mimic queen bee pheromones to pacify guard bees.
Duke of Burgundy
A small, chequered brown and orange butterfly and Europe's only member of the metalmark family. It has declined significantly due to habitat loss.
Did You Know?
Despite its common name suggesting a fritillary, it belongs to an entirely different family.