Hummingbird hawk-moth: The bird-like insect with a giant sucking mouthpart

12 Interesting Facts About Hummingbird Moths

11 Amazing Hummingbird Hawk-Moth Facts - Fact Animal

Maddy Prichard, HR Officer, was "delighted to see a hummingbird hawk moth in my garden this year! I've never seen one up close, and I was totally fascinated by it." The hummingbird hawk-moth has greyish-brown forewings, bright orange hindwings, and a greyish body with a broad, black-and-white 'tail'. Its hovering flight is a distinguishing feature; it flutters its wings so quickly that it can appear orange and makes an audible hum. | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

Some slow-motion content to start your week, a hummingbird hawk-moth indulges in a sip of nectar mid-flight at Pentire 💫​ These day-flying moths can beat their wings up to 80 times a second - so it's easy to see how they got their name. ​ Captured by Jacqueline P.​ #Pentire #NatureInFocus #HummingbirdHawkMoth #MondayMoments #NationalTrustSouthWest | National Trust South West