Oleander Hawkmoth vs Zegris eupheme
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oleander Hawkmoth | Zegris eupheme |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Daphnis nerii | Zegris eupheme |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 80-120 mm wingspan | 4-5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, Europe | Spain, Turkey, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
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.
Zegris eupheme
A white butterfly with orange wingtip patches found in steppe grasslands from Spain to Central Asia. European populations have declined severely due to agriculture.
Did You Know?
In Spain, it is called the 'sooty orange tip' and is considered one of Europe's rarest pierid butterflies.