Southern Dogface vs Heath Bee Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Dogface | Heath Bee Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zerene cesonia | Bombylius minor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 46-64 mm wingspan | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Central America, South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southern Dogface
Yellow butterfly with a pointed forewing showing a poodle-dog-face pattern in black. Males have a warm orange flush on the upper wing surface.
Did You Know?
The forewing markings form a recognizable dog face profile when the wings are spread open.
Heath Bee Fly
A small, late-summer bee fly with greyish fur and clear wings. Its larvae parasitize solitary wasps in sandy habitats.
Did You Know?
Unlike most bee flies that appear in spring, this species flies mainly in July and August.