Frigga Fritillary vs Golden Orchid Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Frigga Fritillary | Golden Orchid Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Boloria frigga | Eufriesea surinamensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Apidae |
| Size | 34-42 mm wingspan | 18-24 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Alaska, northern Canada, Scandinavia, Finland, Siberia | Suriname, Brazil, French Guiana, Venezuela, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Frigga Fritillary
A medium-sized fritillary with tawny-orange wings and a bold pattern of dark lines. The hindwing underside has a distinctive purplish sheen with white median band. It flies slowly over boggy tundra terrain.
Did You Know?
Named after Frigga, wife of the Norse god Odin, this butterfly prefers the wettest, boggiest parts of the tundra.
Golden Orchid Bee
A stunningly beautiful orchid bee with a metallic golden-green body and reddish legs. It is a solitary nester that builds cells from resin and plant material.
Did You Know?
Females construct their nest cells from tree resin, which has natural antimicrobial properties that protect developing larvae.