Dawson's Burrowing Bee vs Willowherb Hawk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dawson's Burrowing Bee | Willowherb Hawk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amegilla dawsoni | Proserpinus proserpina |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 18-24 mm | 36-46 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western Australia | Central and southern Europe, North Africa, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dawson's Burrowing Bee
A large solitary bee endemic to Western Australia that nests in massive aggregations in hardpan clay. Males engage in violent aerial combat to mate with emerging females.
Did You Know?
Male combat is so fierce that individuals frequently die from injuries sustained during mating battles.
Willowherb Hawk Moth
A compact hawk moth with olive-green forewings and bright orange hindwings with a dark border. It flies at dusk and is found in damp habitats across southern and central Europe.
Did You Know?
This species is listed in Annex IV of the EU Habitats Directive, making it legally protected across the European Union.