Simplon Beetle vs Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk-moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Simplon Beetle | Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk-moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nebria cordicollis | Hemaris tityus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 38-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Wetlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Western Alps, Switzerland, Italy | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (declining in western Europe) |
Simplon Beetle
A heart-shaped-thorax ground beetle native to high passes in the western Alps. It inhabits cold, exposed rocky habitats.
Did You Know?
Named for the distinctive heart shape of its pronotum.
Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk-moth
A bumblebee mimic with largely transparent wings and a furry olive-and-brown body. It flies by day, hovering at flowers in a manner indistinguishable from a real bee.
Did You Know?
The wing scales fall off during its first flight, leaving the characteristic clear patches.