Pellucid Hawk Moth vs Green-veined Charaxes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pellucid Hawk Moth | Green-veined Charaxes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cephonodes hylas | Charaxes candiope |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 45-65 mm | 70-85 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Africa, Australia | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pellucid Hawk Moth
A strikingly beautiful day-flying hawk moth with entirely transparent wings and a bright green and yellow body. It hovers at flowers in tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World.
Did You Know?
Unlike most clearwing moths that lose scales gradually, Cephonodes hylas sheds nearly all its wing scales within seconds of emerging from the pupal case.
Green-veined Charaxes
A large charaxes with orange upperwings and distinctive green-veined underwings. It is common along forested rivers and streams.
Did You Know?
The green veins on the underside provide excellent camouflage when the butterfly rests with wings folded among leaves.