Bee Moth vs Pale Arctic Clouded Yellow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bee Moth | Pale Arctic Clouded Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphomia sociella | Colias werdandi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Crambidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 30-42 mm wingspan | 38-46 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Parasites | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America (introduced) | Northern Scandinavia, Finnish Lapland, Kola Peninsula |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bee Moth
A robust pinkish-brown moth whose larvae are nest parasites of bumblebees and wasps. Females enter bee nests at night to lay their eggs.
Did You Know?
A single larval web can contain hundreds of caterpillars that completely destroy a bumblebee nest.
Pale Arctic Clouded Yellow
A pale greenish-yellow butterfly with very faint dark wing borders. It is closely associated with Scandinavian mountain habitats. The underside is pale with a small orange-ringed discal spot.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is endemic to the Scandinavian mountains and is not found anywhere else in the world.