Pine Hawk-moth vs Banana Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Hawk-moth | Banana Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphinx pinastri | Opogona sacchari |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Tineidae |
| Size | 70-87 mm wingspan | 18-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Africa, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pine Hawk-moth
A sleek grey hawk-moth with dark streaks that provide perfect camouflage against pine bark. It is strongly associated with conifer plantations and native pinewoods.
Did You Know?
When resting on a pine trunk, its streamlined body and bark-like colouring make it almost impossible to spot.
Banana Moth
A small tropical moth whose larvae bore into banana stems and stored tubers.
Did You Know?
It has spread globally through the international fruit trade.