Anthricinan Yellow-Faced Bee vs Spruce Budworm Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Anthricinan Yellow-Faced Bee | Spruce Budworm Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hylaeus anthracinus | Meteorus trachynotus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Oceania | North America |
| 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.
Spruce Budworm Parasite
A small brown braconid wasp that is a key natural enemy of the spruce budworm in North American boreal forests. It suspends its cocoon on a silk thread from the host.
Did You Know?
Its cocoon dangles from a silk thread like a tiny pendulum, which may protect it from ground-dwelling predators.