Lime Hawk-moth vs Madagascan Green Lynx Spider Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lime Hawk-moth | Madagascan Green Lynx Spider Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mimas tiliae | Trachelophorus cornutus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Attelabidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Lime Hawk-moth
A beautifully scalloped hawk-moth with variable pink-green to brown colouration and dark central wing bands. Adults do not feed at all, living only on energy stored as caterpillars.
Did You Know?
Its wing colour varies enormously, from bright salmon pink to deep olive green, even within the same brood.
Madagascan Green Lynx Spider Beetle
A close relative of the giraffe weevil found in Madagascar with a shorter neck. Males use their elongated necks in combat with rivals.
Did You Know?
Like its famous relative, it rolls leaves into neat tubes to protect its eggs.