Zodiac Moth vs Long-horned Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zodiac Moth | Long-horned Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alcides metaurus | Eucera longicornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Uraniidae | Apidae |
| Size | 8-10 cm wingspan | 13-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Papua New Guinea | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Zodiac Moth
A spectacular day-flying moth with iridescent green and black wings resembling a swallowtail butterfly. It migrates in large numbers through north Queensland rainforests.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant green wing color is produced by microscopic light-refracting structures, not pigment.
Long-horned Bee
Males are unmistakable with their extraordinarily long antennae, nearly as long as the body. It nests in the ground in warm, sunny grasslands.
Did You Know?
The male's enormously long antennae are thought to help detect female pheromones at greater distances.