Hemaris fuciformis, originally uploaded by ComputerHotline.

The Broad-bordered Bee Hawk-moth (Hemaris fuciformis) is a moth of the family Sphingidae. It is found in North Africa, Europe (except Northern Scandinavia) and Central and Eastern Asia.

The wingspan is 38-48 mm. The moth flies from April to September depending on the location.

The larvae feed on Honeysuckle and Galium species.

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