Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge vs Poplar Hawk-moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge | Poplar Hawk-moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glossosoma nigrior | Laothoe populi |
| Order | Trichoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Glossosomatidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 65-90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge
A small, abundant caddisfly of eastern North American streams. Larvae build tortoise-shell-shaped cases of fine gravel and are important grazers.
Did You Know?
Grazing by dense populations can visibly reduce algal cover on stream rocks.
Poplar Hawk-moth
A large grey-brown hawk-moth that holds its hindwings forward of the forewings at rest, creating an unusual silhouette. It is the most common hawk-moth across much of Europe.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it reveals a rust-orange patch on its hindwings to startle predators before dropping to the ground.