Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth vs Alpine Grizzled Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth | Alpine Grizzled Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemaris fuciformis | Pyrgus andromedae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 38-48 mm wingspan | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North Africa | Alps, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth
A day-flying sphinx moth with transparent wings that mimic a bumblebee. The scales on its wings fall off on its first flight, leaving clear panels that enhance the bee illusion.
Did You Know?
This moth deliberately sheds its wing scales on its maiden flight to become transparent — one of the only moths that intentionally destroys its own wing coloring.
Alpine Grizzled Skipper
A small, dark skipper butterfly with white checkered markings. It flies low over alpine turf in quick, darting flights.
Did You Know?
Its rapid, erratic flight makes it one of the most difficult alpine butterflies to observe.