Nocturnal Sweat Bee vs Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nocturnal Sweat Bee | Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalopta genalis | Protogoniomorpha parhassus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 10-12 mm | 70-90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Central Africa, East Africa, Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nocturnal Sweat Bee
One of few bees adapted to forage in near-total darkness in tropical forests.
Did You Know?
Its enlarged ocelli give it visual sensitivity 30 times greater than day-active bees.
Mother-of-Pearl Butterfly
A large butterfly with shimmering pearly white wings that reflect iridescent blue and pink. It inhabits deep forest where it glides through shaded clearings.
Did You Know?
The pearlescent sheen on its wings is produced by tiny overlapping scales that act as multilayer reflectors.