Rounded Metalmark vs Bedstraw Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rounded Metalmark | Bedstraw Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calephelis perditalis | Hyles gallii |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 20-26 mm wingspan | 55-75 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Texas, northeastern Mexico | Europe, North America, northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rounded Metalmark
A small reddish-brown metalmark with distinctly rounded wing margins and two rows of metallic silvery spots. It is found in subtropical scrublands near the Mexican border.
Did You Know?
It is so obscure that some populations were only discovered through targeted surveys of rare habitat in the Rio Grande Valley.
Bedstraw Hawk Moth
A striking hawk moth with olive-green forewings bearing a buff median band and pink hindwings. It is a migratory species found across the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
The bedstraw hawk moth has one of the most extensive ranges of any hawk moth, found from Scandinavia to Japan and across much of North America.