Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth vs Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Death's-head Hawk Moth | Spotted Cucumber Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acherontia styx | Diabrotica undecimpunctata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 80-115 mm | 5-7mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
A yellowish-green beetle with eleven black spots on its elytra. It is a significant agricultural pest of cucurbits, corn, and other crops.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are known as corn rootworms and can cause billions of dollars in crop damage annually.