Lunar Hornet Moth vs Western Fishfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lunar Hornet Moth | Western Fishfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sesia bembeciformis | Neohermes filicornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Sesiidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 30–42 mm wingspan | 40-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Western North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Lunar Hornet Moth
A large clearwing moth that mimics a hornet and bores into willow and sallow trunks. Adults emerge in midsummer and are active in sunshine.
Did You Know?
The empty pupal skin can be found protruding from the exit hole on willow trunks long after the moth has emerged.
Western Fishfly
A western North American fishfly with feathery antennae and brownish wings. Adults are attracted to lights near streams where their larvae develop.
Did You Know?
Fishflies are distinguished from dobsonflies by their feathery antennae and lack of massive mandibles in males.