Anthricinan Yellow-Faced Bee vs White-banded Sweat Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Anthricinan Yellow-Faced Bee | White-banded Sweat Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hylaeus anthracinus | Lasioglossum leucozonium |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe, Asia, 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.
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.