Oleander Hawkmoth vs Setaceous Hebrew Character
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oleander Hawkmoth | Setaceous Hebrew Character |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Daphnis nerii | Xestia c-nigrum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 80-120 mm wingspan | 38-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, Europe | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oleander Hawkmoth
A large hawkmoth with beautiful camouflage patterns in shades of green and pink that perfectly match oleander leaves. It is a strong migrant.
Did You Know?
Despite its larvae feeding on the highly toxic oleander plant, the caterpillars are not themselves poisonous to predators.
Setaceous Hebrew Character
A grey-brown moth with a dark mark on the forewing resembling a Hebrew letter. It is a migratory species that regularly reinforces its northern populations.
Did You Know?
The 'c-nigrum' in its scientific name describes the black C-shaped mark on the forewing.