Large Skipper vs Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Skipper | Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ochlodes sylvanus | Megachile willughbiella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Hesperiidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 30-36 mm wingspan | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Skipper
A robust golden-orange skipper with a distinctive swift darting flight. Males have a prominent dark scent brand across the forewing used in courtship.
Did You Know?
Males perch conspicuously on tall vegetation and intercept passing females with rapid aerial chases.
Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
A large, furry leafcutter bee common across Europe that nests in a variety of above-ground cavities. It is named after the 17th-century English naturalist Francis Willughby.
Did You Know?
Females have been recorded cutting leaf pieces from over 20 different plant species to construct a single nest.