Silvery Leafcutter Bee vs Imperial Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvery Leafcutter Bee | Imperial Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile leachella | Delias harpalyce |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 6-7 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silvery Leafcutter Bee
A coastal specialist bee with silvery-white hair on the underside of the abdomen. It nests in sandy ground near the coast.
Did You Know?
It lines its nest cells with cut pieces of petals rather than leaves, unlike most leafcutter bees.
Imperial Jezebel
A striking butterfly with white uppersides and vivid red and yellow undersides. It flies high in eucalypt canopy and is common in southeastern Australia.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars feed exclusively on parasitic mistletoe plants growing on eucalyptus trees.