Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee vs African Giant Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee | African Giant Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile willughbiella | Papilio antimachus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 180-250 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
A large, furry leafcutter bee common across Europe that nests in a variety of above-ground cavities. It is named after the 17th-century English naturalist Francis Willughby.
Did You Know?
Females have been recorded cutting leaf pieces from over 20 different plant species to construct a single nest.
African Giant Swallowtail
The largest butterfly in Africa with a wingspan of up to 250 mm. It flies at great heights in the canopy and is rarely seen by casual observers.
Did You Know?
It is believed to be toxic to predators and is one of the few butterflies that has no known mimics.