Puritan Tiger Beetle vs Frangipani Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Puritan Tiger Beetle | Frangipani Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cicindela puritana | Pseudosphinx tetrio |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cicindelidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 11-14mm | 100-140 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Southern United States, Caribbean, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Puritan Tiger Beetle
A bronze-green tiger beetle with white markings found only on sandy riverbanks and beaches. It is one of the rarest insects in North America.
Did You Know?
It exists in only two known populations in Massachusetts and Connecticut making it a focus of intense conservation efforts.
Frangipani Hawk Moth
A large gray hawk moth whose larvae are among the most spectacular caterpillars in the world, with bold black and yellow banding and a bright red head. It is common throughout the tropics.
Did You Know?
The frangipani caterpillar's vivid warning coloration and ability to sequester toxic alkaloids from its host plant make it one of the most conspicuous and well-defended caterpillars in the Americas.