Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth vs Chimney Sweeper Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth | Chimney Sweeper Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemaris fuciformis | Odezia atrata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 38-48 mm wingspan | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North Africa | Europe |
| 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.
Chimney Sweeper Moth
A small, entirely sooty-black day-flying moth with white-tipped wing fringes. It flies over grasslands where pignut grows.
Did You Know?
Its all-black coloration is unique among European geometrid moths and makes it instantly recognizable.