Banded Peacock Butterfly vs Broad-footed Colletes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Peacock Butterfly | Broad-footed Colletes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anartia fatima | Colletes halophilus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Colletidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Mexico, Central America, Colombia, Venezuela | Western Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Banded Peacock Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with dark brown wings crossed by a broad creamy-white band and orange wing bases. It is a fast, alert flier common in disturbed habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most frequently encountered butterflies in Central American cities, thriving alongside human habitation.
Broad-footed Colletes
A rare coastal specialist plasterer bee that forages on sea aster in saltmarsh habitats. It is restricted to a narrow band of habitat along European coasts.
Did You Know?
Rising sea levels and saltmarsh erosion directly threaten its nesting sites, making it one of the bees most vulnerable to climate change.