Helicopter Metalmark vs Painted Mining Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Helicopter Metalmark | Painted Mining Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chorinea octauius | Andrena fucata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Andrenidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Helicopter Metalmark
Transparent forewings with red and black hindwing tails that twirl in flight. The spinning tails create a helicopter-like effect.
Did You Know?
The elongated hindwing tails rotate during flight, resembling helicopter blades.
Painted Mining Bee
A handsome spring bee with a red-brown thorax and banded abdomen. It is common in woodland clearings and gardens across Europe.
Did You Know?
It is a favourite host of the cuckoo bee Nomada flava, which lays eggs in its nest burrows.