Bolas Spider Moth Mimic vs Large Yellow-faced Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bolas Spider Moth Mimic | Large Yellow-faced Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Celaenia excavata | Hylaeus signatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Colletidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm wingspan | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bolas Spider Moth Mimic
An Australian moth whose eggs are so tough they resemble seeds and can survive passage through a bird digestive tract — potentially allowing bird-mediated dispersal over long distances.
Did You Know?
The eggs of this moth are so hard-shelled they can survive being eaten by a bird and pass through its digestive system intact — a unique form of insect dispersal.
Large Yellow-faced Bee
One of the larger masked bees in Europe with prominent yellow face patches. It is a specialist on wild mignonette and reseda flowers.
Did You Know?
It depends on brownfield and wasteland habitats that are often viewed as ugly but actually support a rich bee diversity.