Nettle Root Weevil vs Ambulyx Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle Root Weevil | Ambulyx Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllobius virideaeris | Ambulyx substrigilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Southeast Asia, southern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nettle Root Weevil
A bright green-scaled weevil found on nettles and other vegetation in spring. Extremely common but the scales wear off with age revealing black cuticle. Adults chew leaf edges.
Did You Know?
Fresh specimens are brilliant metallic green, but old worn individuals look like completely different black beetles.
Ambulyx Hawk Moth
A large tropical hawk moth with brown and buff-patterned forewings that resemble dead leaves. It is found in the forests of Southeast Asia and is attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
Ambulyx species are among the largest hawk moths in Asia, with some individuals approaching the size of small birds.