Ross's Web Spinner vs Hornet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ross's Web Spinner | Hornet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chelicerca rubra | Sesia apiformis |
| Order | Embioptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chelicercidae | Sesiidae |
| Size | 8.0-12.0 mm | 33-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Ross's Web Spinner
A reddish-brown web spinner found in tropical Africa that builds silk tunnels on tree bark. It is one of the more brightly colored embiopterans.
Did You Know?
The reddish coloration of this web spinner is unusual in the order, as most species are drab brown or black.
Hornet Moth
A clearwing moth that is a near-perfect mimic of the European hornet.
Did You Know?
It even buzzes and moves its abdomen like a hornet when disturbed.