Turnip Moth vs Yam Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Turnip Moth | Yam Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agrotis segetum | Theretra oldenlandiae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 50-65 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Turnip Moth
A drab brown moth whose fat cutworm larvae sever the stems and roots of root vegetables and seedlings. It is one of the most widespread cutworm pests in the Old World.
Did You Know?
Larvae can survive extended periods of drought by burrowing deep into the soil and entering a dormant state.
Yam Hawk Moth
A widespread tropical hawk moth with olive-brown forewings and contrasting dark and light lateral body stripes. Its larvae feed on a wide variety of plants including yams and grape vines.
Did You Know?
This species is one of the most polyphagous hawk moths, with larvae recorded feeding on plants from more than a dozen different families.