Frangipani Hawk Moth vs Long-legged Oil Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Frangipani Hawk Moth | Long-legged Oil Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudosphinx tetrio | Rediviva longimanus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Melittidae |
| Size | 100-140 mm | 12-15 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern United States, Caribbean, Central America, South America | South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Frangipani Hawk Moth
A large gray hawk moth whose larvae are among the most spectacular caterpillars in the world, with bold black and yellow banding and a bright red head. It is common throughout the tropics.
Did You Know?
The frangipani caterpillar's vivid warning coloration and ability to sequester toxic alkaloids from its host plant make it one of the most conspicuous and well-defended caterpillars in the Americas.
Long-legged Oil Bee
An extraordinary South African bee whose front legs are nearly twice its body length, the longest of any bee relative to body size. It uses these to collect oils from long-spurred flowers.
Did You Know?
The coevolution between its leg length and Diascia spur length is one of the most famous examples of a pollination arms race.