Green Metallic Bee vs Great Spangled Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Metallic Bee | Great Spangled Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Augochloropsis metallica | Speyeria cybele |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 62-88 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Metallic Bee
A large, robustly built metallic green sweat bee common throughout eastern North America. It is a ground-nesting communal species often found in dense nesting aggregations.
Did You Know?
Despite their jewel-like appearance, they are commonly overlooked because they are often mistaken for small green flies.
Great Spangled Fritillary
Large orange butterfly with heavy black markings and silver spots on the hindwing underside. Common across much of North America.
Did You Know?
Newly hatched caterpillars do not eat until the following spring after overwintering.