Hornet Moth vs Lesser Bullet Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hornet Moth | Lesser Bullet Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sesia apiformis | Neoponera villosa |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sesiidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 33-48 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Southern United States, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hornet Moth
A clearwing moth that is a near-perfect mimic of the European hornet.
Did You Know?
It even buzzes and moves its abdomen like a hornet when disturbed.
Lesser Bullet Ant
A large black ponerine ant found from Texas through South America with a powerful sting. It nests in tree hollows and dead wood, foraging arboreally at night.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the 'false bullet ant' because its sting, while very painful, is less severe than that of Paraponera.