Shore Rove Beetle vs Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk-moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Shore Rove Beetle | Narrow-bordered Bee Hawk-moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philonthus quisquiliarius | Hemaris tityus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Staphylinidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 38-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (declining in western Europe) |
Shore Rove Beetle
A small metallic greenish rove beetle found along pond and river margins in marshy habitats. Hunts small invertebrates in wet leaf litter and debris.
Did You Know?
The metallic green sheen is unusual among European Philonthus species, most of which are plain black.
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.