Early Bumblebee vs Hummingbird Hawk-Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Early Bumblebee | Hummingbird Hawk-Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus pratorum | Macroglossum stellatarum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 9-16mm | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Early Bumblebee
A small bumblebee with yellow collar, yellow midriff band and an orange tail. One of the first to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest bumblebees to appear each year, sometimes seen as early as February on mild days.
Hummingbird Hawk-Moth
A day-flying moth that hovers at flowers and produces an audible hum, almost perfectly mimicking a hummingbird. Has exceptional visual memory for flower locations.
Did You Know?
This moth can remember the locations of hundreds of individual flowers and times its visits to when nectar is replenished — a memory feat unmatched by most insects.