Pitted Resin Bee vs Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pitted Resin Bee | Hummingbird Clearwing Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthidiellum strigatum | Hemaris thysbe |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 38-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Eastern North America from Canada to the Gulf states |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pitted Resin Bee
A small, stout bee with bold yellow and black markings that constructs free-standing resin nests on rocks and walls. It is widespread across Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike most bees, it builds its nest cells as exposed resin lumps on open rock surfaces rather than hiding them in cavities.
Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
A day-flying sphinx moth with transparent wings bordered in reddish-brown that closely resembles a hummingbird. It hovers at flowers while feeding with its long proboscis.
Did You Know?
Its wings are initially covered in scales when it emerges from its cocoon, but the scales fall off during its first flight, leaving them transparent.