Angle Shades vs Hairy-legged Mining Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Angle Shades | Hairy-legged Mining Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phlogophora meticulosa | Melitta tricincta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Melittidae |
| Size | 45-52 mm wingspan | 9-11 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia, North Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Angle Shades
A moth with uniquely crumpled wings in olive, pink, and brown that perfectly resemble a dead leaf. It can be found in every month of the year in mild climates.
Did You Know?
Its wings naturally fold into angular creases at rest, enhancing its dead-leaf camouflage.
Hairy-legged Mining Bee
A rare and declining bee that is a strict specialist on red bartsia flowers. It has distinctive hairy hind legs used for carrying the wet, sticky pollen of its host plant.
Did You Know?
Its complete dependence on a single semi-parasitic plant species makes it one of the most ecologically specialized bees in Europe.