Elephant Hawk

Names in Other Languages

French sphinx de la vigne

German Mittlerer Weinschwärmer

Similar Species in Deilephila

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small elephant hawk-moth

Deilephila porcellus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Elephant Hawk?

The scientific name of Elephant Hawk is Deilephila elpenor. It belongs to the genus Deilephila.

What is the conservation status of Elephant Hawk?

Elephant Hawk (Deilephila elpenor) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Elephant Hawk live?

Elephant Hawk is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Canada).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Elephant Hawk belong to?

Elephant Hawk (Deilephila elpenor) belongs to the genus Deilephila, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphingidae.

Is Elephant Hawk endangered?

No, Elephant Hawk (Deilephila elpenor) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Elephant Hawk belong to?

Elephant Hawk (Deilephila elpenor) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Elephant Hawk?

The closest relatives of Elephant Hawk in the genus Deilephila include small elephant hawk-moth.