Hornet Moth (Sesia apiformis) Female
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2024 8:53 pm
This remarkable Batesian hornet-mimic of a moth is
well known in most of the European theatre including
parts of the Middle East. Found also in the southern
reaches of Britain (from which this specimen is from);
its markings and size afford it a measure of protection
from being eaten by birds and other creatures.
It's model is the robust hornet species (Vespa crabro)
which is coincidentally Europe's largest hornet species.
well known in most of the European theatre including
parts of the Middle East. Found also in the southern
reaches of Britain (from which this specimen is from);
its markings and size afford it a measure of protection
from being eaten by birds and other creatures.
It's model is the robust hornet species (Vespa crabro)
which is coincidentally Europe's largest hornet species.