Spotted Jezebel vs Villa Bee Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Jezebel | Villa Bee Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias aganippe | Villa hottentotta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Bombyliidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm wingspan | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Villa Bee Fly
A striking bee fly with dark-tipped wings and a stout, densely hairy body. Its larvae are parasitoids of moth caterpillars and pupae in the soil.
Did You Know?
Despite its fearsome appearance with dark smoky wings, it is a harmless nectar feeder that cannot bite or sting.