Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee vs Woodland Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee | Woodland Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile rotundata | Omocestus rufipes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 13-22mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe, introduced to other regions | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee
A small solitary bee that cuts precise circular pieces from leaves to construct nest cells. It is the most important managed pollinator of alfalfa seed crops in North America.
Did You Know?
Alfalfa seed yields increased up to 1,000% when this bee was introduced as a managed pollinator.
Woodland Grasshopper
A small dark grasshopper with a distinctive red-tipped abdomen in both sexes. Found in warm sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
Identified by its red-tipped abdomen which is visible even when the grasshopper is hopping away from you.