Yam Hawk Moth vs Muslin Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yam Hawk Moth | Muslin Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Theretra oldenlandiae | Diaphora mendica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm | 30-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, Australia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Muslin Moth
A sexually dimorphic moth where males are dark smoky grey and females are pure white with black spots. The contrast between sexes is striking.
Did You Know?
Males and females look so different they were once classified as separate species.