Hunt's Bumble Bee vs Hawk Moth (Australian Privet Hawk Moth)
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hunt's Bumble Bee | Hawk Moth (Australian Privet Hawk Moth) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus huntii | Psilogramma menephron |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 100-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America from British Columbia to Mexico | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hunt's Bumble Bee
A medium-sized bumble bee with orange, black, and yellow banding commonly found in the western United States. It is an important pollinator of both wildflowers and crops.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few bumble bee species that has maintained stable populations while many others have declined.
Hawk Moth (Australian Privet Hawk Moth)
One of Australia's largest hawk moths, with a robust grey body and intricately patterned wings that provide superb camouflage on tree bark. The large green caterpillars have a distinctive tail horn.
Did You Know?
Hawk moth caterpillars rear up and vibrate their bodies when threatened, making them appear larger and more intimidating.