Ornate Derbid vs Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ornate Derbid | Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cedusa ornata | Hemaris fuciformis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Derbidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 38-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Caribbean | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ornate Derbid
A tiny planthopper with delicate wings featuring intricate brown patterning. Adults have characteristically elongated wings that extend well beyond the body.
Did You Know?
The switch from fungal feeding as nymphs to plant sap feeding as adults represents one of the most dramatic dietary shifts in the insect world.
Broad-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth
A day-flying sphinx moth with transparent wings that mimic a bumblebee. The scales on its wings fall off on its first flight, leaving clear panels that enhance the bee illusion.
Did You Know?
This moth deliberately sheds its wing scales on its maiden flight to become transparent — one of the only moths that intentionally destroys its own wing coloring.