Bitter Blue vs Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bitter Blue | Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Theclinesthes miskini | Nomada leucophthalma |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Apidae |
| Size | 20-28 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bitter Blue
Small blue and brown butterfly with spotted gray undersides. Commonly found around its host plant in Australian coastal areas.
Did You Know?
It is tended by several species of ants that protect the caterpillars in exchange for honeydew.
Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee
A wasp-like cuckoo bee with reddish-brown and yellow markings that parasitizes Andrena mining bees. It is one of the earliest flying spring bees in Europe.
Did You Know?
It closely resembles a small wasp rather than a bee, which helps it avoid being recognized as a threat by its hosts.