Small Hive Beetle vs Verdant Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Hive Beetle | Verdant Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aethina tumida | Euchloron megaera |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 85-110 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, North America, Australia, Europe | Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Small Hive Beetle
A small dark beetle native to sub-Saharan Africa that is a serious pest of honeybee colonies. It has spread to North America, Australia, and parts of Europe.
Did You Know?
Larvae can destroy an entire honeybee colony by consuming all the stored honey and pollen.
Verdant Sphinx Moth
A large green and brown hawk moth that pollinates tropical flowers at dusk.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar has a large eyespot that makes it resemble a small snake.