Citrus Swallowtail vs Koschevnikov's Honey Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Citrus Swallowtail | Koschevnikov's Honey Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio demodocus | Apis koschevnikovi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Apidae |
| Size | 90-120 mm wingspan | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar | Borneo, Malaysia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Citrus Swallowtail
A common large swallowtail with cream and black patterned wings and blue-red eyespots on the hindwings. It is widespread across sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars have a forked orange osmeterium they inflate from behind their head to deter predators with a foul smell.
Koschevnikov's Honey Bee
A reddish-orange cavity-nesting honey bee found in Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia. It prefers lowland dipterocarp forests and is rarely managed by beekeepers.
Did You Know?
Its distinctive copper-red coloration makes it one of the most visually striking honey bee species.