Sertania Metalmark vs Australian Flower Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sertania Metalmark | Australian Flower Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sertania circumdata | Campsomeris tasmaniensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Scoliidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sertania Metalmark
Small brown butterfly with orange patches and metallic scaling on the underside. Endemic to the Brazilian cerrado biome.
Did You Know?
Its range is restricted almost entirely to the threatened cerrado savanna biome of Brazil.
Australian Flower Wasp
A hairy black and orange scoliid wasp endemic to Australia. Males patrol flowers while females dig into soil to parasitize curl grub beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Males are commonly seen hovering over lawns in large numbers, searching for females emerging from underground.