Latreille's Hawk Moth vs Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Latreille's Hawk Moth | Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Theretra latreillii | Megachile willughbiella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, New Guinea, Southeast Asia | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Latreille's Hawk Moth
A medium-sized hawk moth with olive-brown forewings bearing a distinctive pale stripe. It is common in eastern Australia where its caterpillars feed on grape and ornamental vines.
Did You Know?
In Australia, this moth is commonly known as the 'grapevine hawk moth' and is one of the most frequently encountered sphingids in suburban Sydney.
Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
A large, furry leafcutter bee common across Europe that nests in a variety of above-ground cavities. It is named after the 17th-century English naturalist Francis Willughby.
Did You Know?
Females have been recorded cutting leaf pieces from over 20 different plant species to construct a single nest.