Hairy-footed Flower Bee vs Coxcomb Prominent Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy-footed Flower Bee | Coxcomb Prominent Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthophora plumipes | Ptilodon capucina |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 14-16 mm | 38-46 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hairy-footed Flower Bee
A fast-flying, plump solitary bee with males covered in tawny hair and females jet black. It is one of the earliest spring bees, often visiting pulmonaria and comfrey.
Did You Know?
Males hover in front of flowers like tiny hummingbirds, darting between blooms at high speed.
Coxcomb Prominent Moth
A variably colored prominent moth ranging from pale brown to deep chestnut. A raised crest of scales on the forewing trailing edge forms the distinctive coxcomb.
Did You Know?
Its color varies so much that dark and pale forms look like completely different species.