Striped Hawkmoth vs Brown-tail Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Hawkmoth | Brown-tail Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyles livornica | Euproctis chrysorrhoea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Erebidae |
| Size | Wingspan 60-80mm | 36-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | Europe, western Asia (introduced to North America) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Striped Hawkmoth
A streamlined hawk-moth with olive-brown forewings crossed by pale veins and pink-banded hindwings. It is a strong migrant covering thousands of kilometers.
Did You Know?
It migrates northward from Africa each spring and has been recorded flying non-stop across the Sahara Desert.
Brown-tail Moth
A white moth with a conspicuous brown tuft of hairs at the tip of its abdomen, used to cover its eggs. The caterpillar's hairs are highly irritating and can cause widespread rashes.
Did You Know?
Shed caterpillar hairs can become airborne and cause respiratory distress in people kilometres from the colony.