Plasterer Bee vs High Brown Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Plasterer Bee | High Brown Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colletes hederae | Fabriciana adippe |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 55-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Plasterer Bee
A solitary bee discovered in 1993 that is a specialist pollinator of ivy flowers.
Did You Know?
It lines its brood cells with a waterproof cellophane-like secretion.
High Brown Fritillary
A large, fast-flying fritillary with rich tawny-orange wings and a complex pattern of silver spots beneath. It is one of Europe's most rapidly declining butterflies.
Did You Know?
In Britain it is the country's most endangered butterfly, having lost over 80% of its colonies.