Patchwork Leafcutter Bee vs Miami Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Patchwork Leafcutter Bee | Miami Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile centuncularis | Cyclargus thomasi bethunebakeri |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 7-12 mm | 2-2.5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Patchwork Leafcutter Bee
A solitary bee that neatly cuts oval pieces from rose and other leaves to line its nest cells. The characteristic semicircular cuts it leaves on leaves are a familiar garden sight.
Did You Know?
Each nest cell requires around 15 precisely cut leaf pieces to construct.
Miami Blue
A small blue butterfly once common throughout coastal South Florida. It is now restricted to a few islands in the Florida Keys.
Did You Know?
Hurricane Andrew in 1992 devastated much of its remaining habitat, accelerating its decline.