African Honey Bee vs Riband Wave Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Honey Bee | Riband Wave Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apis mellifera scutellata | Idaea aversata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Geometridae |
| Size | Workers 10-13 mm | 26-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Africa, Southern Africa | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Honey Bee
The African subspecies of the western honey bee, known for its defensive behavior and high productivity. It is slightly smaller than European honey bees.
Did You Know?
When introduced to the Americas in 1957, they hybridized with European bees to produce the so-called 'Africanized' killer bees.
Riband Wave Moth
A small greyish moth occurring in both banded and plain forms. The banded form has a conspicuous dark central band across the forewings.
Did You Know?
Both the banded and plain forms can emerge from the same brood of eggs.