Robust Large-headed Bee vs Holly Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Large-headed Bee | Holly Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenotritus pubescens | Celastrina argiolus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Stenotritidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 26-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Australia | Europe, North Africa, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Robust Large-headed Bee
A heavily built bee covered in dense pale pubescence found in southern Australia. It is one of the fastest-flying bee species and is difficult to catch in flight.
Did You Know?
It has been clocked flying at speeds exceeding 28 km/h, making it one of the fastest bees ever recorded.
Holly Blue
Pale silvery-blue butterfly with small black dots on the underside. Alternates between holly and ivy as host plants between spring and summer broods.
Did You Know?
Population numbers cycle dramatically every few years due to a parasitic wasp that tracks its abundance.