Dark-edged Bee-fly vs Copper Jewel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-edged Bee-fly | Copper Jewel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombylius major discolor | Hypochrysops ignitus |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Bombyliidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 8-12mm | 28-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark-edged Bee-fly
A subspecies of the bee-fly with slightly different wing patterning found in eastern populations.
Did You Know?
Hovers at spring flowers with its long rigid proboscis extended, looking remarkably like a furry hummingbird.
Copper Jewel
Brilliant coppery-orange upper wings with iridescent purple-blue reflections. One of Australia's most striking lycaenid butterflies.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars are attended by meat ants that protect them in exchange for sugary secretions.