Sardinian Rosalia Longhorn vs Hornet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sardinian Rosalia Longhorn | Hornet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosalia alpina ssp. | Sesia apiformis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Sesiidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 33-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Sardinia, Corsica, Mediterranean | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Sardinian Rosalia Longhorn
A stunning blue-gray longhorn beetle with black spots found in old beech forests. Mediterranean island populations are genetically distinct.
Did You Know?
Adults produce a rose-scented pheromone, giving the genus its name Rosalia.
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.