Pine Hawk-moth vs Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Hawk-moth | Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphinx pinastri | Cicindela theatina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 70-87 mm wingspan | 11-13 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Colorado, United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
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.
Crimson Saltflat Tiger Beetle
A rare tiger beetle endemic to the salt flats of southern Colorado. It has a distinctive dark reddish-brown coloration with faint white markings.
Did You Know?
It was only described as a distinct species in 2002 and is known from just a handful of sites.