Mango Fruit Fly vs Silver-striped Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mango Fruit Fly | Silver-striped Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratitis cosyra | Hippotion celerio |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tephritidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia) | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mango Fruit Fly
A small, colorful fly with patterned wings that is one of the most destructive pests of mangoes in East Africa. Females lay eggs under the skin of ripening fruit.
Did You Know?
A single infested mango can contain dozens of larvae, and losses to fruit fly damage can exceed 80% of the harvest in unprotected orchards.
Silver-striped Hawk Moth
A medium-sized hawk moth with olive-brown forewings and bright pink hindwings, featuring silver stripes along the body. It is a powerful migrant found throughout the tropics.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars have prominent eyespots that make them look like small snakes to deter predators.