Anthricinan Yellow-Faced Bee vs Indonesian Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Anthricinan Yellow-Faced Bee | Indonesian Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hylaeus anthracinus | Myrmeleon bore |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 45-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Oceania | Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Philippines |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Anthricinan Yellow-Faced Bee
One of seven Hawaiian yellow-faced bees federally listed as endangered. These small native bees are critical pollinators for Hawaiian coastal plants but face severe decline.
Did You Know?
Hawaiian yellow-faced bees were the first bees in the United States to be placed on the federal endangered species list, in 2016.
Indonesian Antlion
A tropical antlion found across Southeast Asia and the Indo-Malayan archipelago. Its larvae create pit traps in sandy soil beneath shelters.
Did You Know?
In Southeast Asian villages, children often dig up the larvae to watch them rebuild their pits.