Pine Hawk-moth vs Splendid Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Hawk-moth | Splendid Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphinx pinastri | Carabus splendens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 70-87 mm wingspan | 22-32 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Pyrenees (France and Spain) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Splendid Ground Beetle
A dazzling green and gold ground beetle endemic to the Pyrenees mountains. It is prized by collectors for its brilliant metallic sheen.
Did You Know?
Its range is restricted to a narrow band of the Pyrenees, making it one of Europe's most localised Carabus species.