Spotted Jezebel vs Margined Colletes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Jezebel | Margined Colletes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias aganippe | Colletes marginatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Colletidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm wingspan | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Spotted Jezebel
A boldly patterned butterfly with black-bordered white wings and red-spotted undersides. It is the most widespread Delias species in Australia.
Did You Know?
It is the only Australian jezebel butterfly found in arid inland regions.
Margined Colletes
A small, pale plasterer bee found in sandy coastal habitats across Europe. It nests in loose sand and forages on wild mignonette and sea holly.
Did You Know?
Its dependence on both sandy nesting substrate and specialized coastal food plants makes it doubly vulnerable to habitat loss.