Twin-spotted Sphinx Moth vs Winter Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Twin-spotted Sphinx Moth | Winter Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Smerinthus jamaicensis | Trichocera annulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Trichoceridae |
| Size | 55-80 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Twin-spotted Sphinx Moth
A medium-sized hawk moth with scalloped gray-brown forewings and blue and black eyespots on the hindwings. When threatened, it reveals these spots in a startling flash display.
Did You Know?
The twin-spotted sphinx can raise its body temperature to 35 degrees Celsius through rapid wing vibrations before taking flight on cool nights.
Winter Crane Fly
A cold-adapted crane fly that forms mating swarms in winter even in freezing weather.
Did You Know?
It can be seen dancing in aerial swarms on sunny winter days near buildings.