Willowherb Hawk Moth vs Malagasy Emerald Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Willowherb Hawk Moth | Malagasy Emerald Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Proserpinus proserpina | Chrysiridia croesus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Uraniidae |
| Size | 36-46 mm | 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central and southern Europe, North Africa, western Asia | Madagascar |
| 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.
Malagasy Emerald Moth
A day-flying uraniid moth closely related to the sunset moth but smaller, with iridescent green and gold scales across the wings. It shares the same host plants as C. rhipheus.
Did You Know?
It was once considered a subspecies of the sunset moth before being elevated to full species status based on wing pattern and DNA analysis.