Oleander Hawkmoth vs Solomon's Seal Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oleander Hawkmoth | Solomon's Seal Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Daphnis nerii | Phymatocera aterrima |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 80-120 mm wingspan | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Solomon's Seal Sawfly
A small, entirely black sawfly whose grayish-white larvae with black heads are highly destructive to Solomon's seal plants. Larvae feed from the leaf edges inward.
Did You Know?
The larvae are so well camouflaged against the undersides of Solomon's seal leaves that gardeners often only notice them after severe damage is done.