Striped Hawkmoth vs Fulvous Wood Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Hawkmoth | Fulvous Wood Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyles livornica | Parcoblatta fulvescens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Sphingidae | Ectobiidae |
| Size | Wingspan 60-80mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Fulvous Wood Cockroach
A small tawny-colored wood cockroach from the southeastern United States. It is typically found in pine forests and sandy soils.
Did You Know?
Its pale fulvous color provides excellent camouflage against the sandy soils and pine needle beds where it lives.