African Scoliid Wasp vs White-banded Sweat Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Scoliid Wasp | White-banded Sweat Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megascolia vittata | Lasioglossum leucozonium |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Scoliidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Scoliid Wasp
A very large black and yellow-banded scoliid wasp from sub-Saharan Africa. It parasitizes goliath beetle and other large scarab beetle larvae in forest soils.
Did You Know?
It targets some of the largest beetle grubs on Earth, including those of goliath beetles weighing over 100 grams.
White-banded Sweat Bee
A solitary dark brown furrow bee with conspicuous white hair bands on its abdomen. It is one of the most widespread and common Lasioglossum species in the Northern Hemisphere.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most generalist of all solitary bees, having been recorded visiting flowers from over 20 plant families.