Mediterranean Fruit Fly vs Death Head Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mediterranean Fruit Fly | Death Head Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratitis capitata | Acherontia lachesis |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tephritidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 100-130 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Mediterranean, Americas, Australasia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mediterranean Fruit Fly
A small colorful fruit fly with patterned wings and a yellowish body. It is one of the world's most destructive agricultural pests, attacking over 300 fruit species.
Did You Know?
Billions of sterile males are released annually worldwide to suppress wild populations.
Death Head Hawk Moth
An Asian death head moth that squeaks loudly and raids bee hives for honey.
Did You Know?
It produces a chemical that mimics bee pheromones to avoid attack inside hives.