Meadow Argus vs Great Yellow Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Meadow Argus | Great Yellow Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Junonia villida | Bombus distinguendus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Apidae |
| Size | 4-5 cm wingspan | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Meadow Argus
A medium-sized brown butterfly with prominent eyespots on each wing. It is one of Australia's most common and widespread butterflies.
Did You Know?
The conspicuous eyespots on its wings are thought to startle predators or deflect attacks from the body.
Great Yellow Bumblebee
A large strikingly yellow bumblebee with a band of darker hair. One of the rarest bumblebees in Britain.
Did You Know?
Now restricted to a few Scottish islands and the far north coast, having disappeared from 80 percent of its range.