Sphingidae: Macroglossinae

69.009 (BF1983) Broad-bordered Bee Hawk-moth Hemaris fuciformis, (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR06840

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General Information

This is a day-flying species feeding at tubular flowers such as Bugle, Honeysuckle etc.

 

Much decreased due to the decline of coppicing, maturation of dense stands of conifers and browsing of Honeysuckle by increased deer populations.

 

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: 20-24mm.
Foodplant(s): honeysuckles (Lonicera spp.), Snowberry (Symphoricarpos albus)
Flying: One/two generations, mid May-early July and August-September
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Woodland rides, open areas and heathland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Nationally Scarce B

Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
With lumps, bumps or horn(s)
Colours:
Green, yellow, brown, orange, grey
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5