Jamides celeno vs Progressive Bee Fly

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Jamides celeno Progressive Bee Fly
Scientific Name Jamides celeno Exoprosopa fasciata
Order Lepidoptera Diptera
Family Lycaenidae Bombyliidae
Size 25-35 mm wingspan 10-16 mm
Habitat Gardens Deserts & Drylands
Diet Nectar Feeders Nectar Feeders
Regions South Asia, Southeast Asia Africa, Asia
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Jamides celeno

Small pale blue butterfly with white-striped underside and orange-crowned eyespots near the tail. Common in tropical Asian gardens.

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Did You Know?

Its common name, Common Cerulean, comes from the vivid sky-blue of the male's upper wings.

Progressive Bee Fly

A large bee fly with boldly banded wings in dark brown and clear patterns. It is a fast and agile flyer, frequently hovering at flowers in arid landscapes.

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Did You Know?

Its boldly patterned wings may serve as camouflage when resting on dappled ground in arid habitats.