Australian Grapevine Moth vs Four-banded Furrow Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Grapevine Moth | Four-banded Furrow Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phalaenoides glycinae | Halictus quadricinctus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 14-16 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Southern and Central Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Australian Grapevine Moth
A day-flying moth closely related to Joseph's Coat Moth, with dark wings bearing white and orange spots. It is a common sight in gardens where it hovers at flowers much like a butterfly.
Did You Know?
This species switches between native host plants in bushland and introduced grape vines in vineyards, making it a minor pest.
Four-banded Furrow Bee
A large, robust halictid bee with four prominent white hair bands across its dark abdomen. It is one of the biggest sweat bees in Europe.
Did You Know?
At up to 16 mm long, it is almost as large as a honey bee and dwarfs most other species in its family.