The Narrow-Bordered Bee Hawk-Moth is a bumble-bee mimic, with its furry abdomen and preference for flying by day. The name hemaris comes from the Greek hemera, meaning 'the day.' It is nationally scarce, a UK priority species and an unusual find in the East Midlands.

The Bee Hawk-Moth is usually seen hovering to feed at flowers such as bugle, lousewort and marsh thistle. It is a powerful flier and can cover large distances at speed. The moth can be distinguished by two blackish bands on its abdomen, partly obscured by golden hairs.