Willowherb Hawk Moth vs Cinnamon Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Willowherb Hawk Moth | Cinnamon Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Proserpinus proserpina | Ceratopsyche morosa |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 36-46 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central and southern Europe, North Africa, western Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Willowherb Hawk Moth
A compact hawk moth with olive-green forewings and bright orange hindwings with a dark border. It flies at dusk and is found in damp habitats across southern and central Europe.
Did You Know?
This species is listed in Annex IV of the EU Habitats Directive, making it legally protected across the European Union.
Cinnamon Caddis
A medium-sized net-spinning caddisfly with warm cinnamon-brown wings. Larvae build intricate silk capture nets in fast riffles across North America.
Did You Know?
Larvae will aggressively defend their net-building territories against rival caddisfly larvae.