Hummingbird Hawk-Moth vs Flower Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hummingbird Hawk-Moth | Flower Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macroglossum stellatarum | Orius insidiosus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Anthocoridae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | North and South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Flower Bug
A tiny predatory bug widely used in biological pest control against thrips and aphids. Despite its small size it is a voracious predator consuming dozens of prey daily.
Did You Know?
It is commercially mass-reared and sold to greenhouse growers as a living pesticide.