Rustic Sphinx Moth vs Resin Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rustic Sphinx Moth | Resin Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Manduca rustica | Megachile campanulae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 90-140 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern United States, Mexico, Central America, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rustic Sphinx Moth
A striking hawk moth with dark brown forewings marked with white patches and a banded abdomen. It is a strong flier found across the Americas and is attracted to garden flowers at dusk.
Did You Know?
The rustic sphinx is one of the largest hawk moths in North America and can sometimes be seen hovering at flowers alongside hummingbirds.
Resin Bee
A solitary bee that collects plant resins and sap to construct its brood cells.
Did You Know?
It builds cell partitions from plant resin mixed with tiny pebbles.