Pine Hawk-moth vs Large Pale Clothes Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Hawk-moth | Large Pale Clothes Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphinx pinastri | Tinea pallescentella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Tineidae |
| Size | 70-87 mm wingspan | 7-11 mm body; 15-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, North 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.
Large Pale Clothes Moth
A pale straw-colored clothes moth that is larger than the common webbing clothes moth. Its larvae prefer coarser animal fibers and are frequently found in old birds' nests.
Did You Know?
It is more commonly associated with roof spaces and bird nests than with clothing in wardrobes.