Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee vs Fiji Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee | Fiji Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomada leucophthalma | Heterallactis baibakoua |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Zygaenidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Oceania (Fiji) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee
A wasp-like cuckoo bee with reddish-brown and yellow markings that parasitizes Andrena mining bees. It is one of the earliest flying spring bees in Europe.
Did You Know?
It closely resembles a small wasp rather than a bee, which helps it avoid being recognized as a threat by its hosts.
Fiji Moth
A day-flying forester moth endemic to Fiji, with metallic blue-black wings. It is found in native forest where its larvae feed on native vines. The bright metallic colouration suggests it may be chemically defended.
Did You Know?
The metallic blue sheen of this moth's wings is produced by nanoscale structures rather than pigments, making the colour unfadeable even in museum specimens.