Willowherb Hawk Moth vs Painted Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Willowherb Hawk Moth | Painted Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Proserpinus proserpina | Delias hyparete |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 36-46 mm | 60-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Central and southern Europe, North Africa, western Asia | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar, Vietnam) |
| 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.
Painted Jezebel
A brightly colored butterfly with white uppersides and strikingly colorful undersides featuring red, yellow, and black patches on the hindwings. It often roosts in large communal groups.
Did You Know?
At dusk, dozens of individuals gather in communal roosts hanging upside down from branches, displaying their warning-colored undersides.