Chinese Peacock Swallowtail vs Pearly-banded Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chinese Peacock Swallowtail | Pearly-banded Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio bianor | Nomia melanderi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Halictidae |
| Size | Wingspan 80-110 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chinese Peacock Swallowtail
A large swallowtail with dark wings that shimmer with brilliant blue-green iridescence. Its hindwings feature red and blue eyespot markings near the tails.
Did You Know?
The stunning blue-green iridescence on its wings inspired research into photonic crystal nanostructures.
Pearly-banded Bee
A ground-nesting bee with pearly white abdominal bands vital for alfalfa pollination. Large nesting aggregations in alkaline soils can contain millions of individuals.
Did You Know?
Farmers in the Pacific Northwest actively manage nesting sites to boost alfalfa seed yields.