Willowherb Hawk Moth vs Texas Striped Sweat Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Willowherb Hawk Moth | Texas Striped Sweat Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Proserpinus proserpina | Agapostemon texanus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 36-46 mm | 9-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central and southern Europe, North Africa, western Asia | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Willowherb Hawk Moth
A compact hawk moth with olive-green forewings and bright orange hindwings with a dark border. It flies at dusk and is found in damp habitats across southern and central Europe.
Did You Know?
This species is listed in Annex IV of the EU Habitats Directive, making it legally protected across the European Union.
Texas Striped Sweat Bee
A widespread metallic green sweat bee found across much of North America. Males have distinctive black and yellow abdominal stripes contrasting with their green thorax.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in sleeping clusters on plant stems at dusk, gripping with their mandibles and hanging motionless overnight.