Brimstone Moth vs Bee-fly Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brimstone Moth | Bee-fly Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Opisthograptis luteolata | Macroglossum bombylans |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 33-40 mm wingspan | 30-40 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia, southern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brimstone Moth
A bright yellow moth with chestnut-brown blotches along the leading edge of each wing. It is a common and cheerful visitor to lighted windows in summer.
Did You Know?
Despite sharing a name with the brimstone butterfly, the two species are not closely related at all.
Bee-fly Hawk Moth
A small day-flying hawk moth that mimics a bumblebee with its furry body and buzzing flight. It visits flowers in gardens and forest edges across South and Southeast Asia.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'bombylans' means 'buzzing like a bee,' referring to both its sound and appearance during flower visits.