Eastern Carpenter Bee vs Nessus Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Carpenter Bee | Nessus Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xylocopa virginica | Amphion floridensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 19-23 mm | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Eastern Carpenter Bee
A large robust bee that resembles a bumble bee but has a shiny black hairless abdomen. It excavates nesting tunnels in wood and is an effective pollinator of many garden flowers and crops.
Did You Know?
Males are extremely territorial and will hover aggressively near people, but they lack a stinger and cannot sting.
Nessus Sphinx Moth
A day-flying sphinx moth with dark chocolate-brown wings and two bright yellow bands across the abdomen. It hovers like a hummingbird while feeding at flowers.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few sphingids that flies actively during daylight hours rather than at dusk.