Dotted Bee Fly vs Miami Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dotted Bee Fly | Miami Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombylius discolor | Cyclargus thomasi bethunebakeri |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Bombyliidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 2-2.5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Dotted Bee Fly
A spring-flying bee fly distinguished from its commoner relative by spotted wings and a darker fur coat. Its larvae parasitize mining bee larvae of the genus Andrena.
Did You Know?
It appears only in spring for a few weeks, closely tracking the flight season of its specific Andrena bee hosts.
Miami Blue
A small blue butterfly once common throughout coastal South Florida. It is now restricted to a few islands in the Florida Keys.
Did You Know?
Hurricane Andrew in 1992 devastated much of its remaining habitat, accelerating its decline.