Ashy Mining Bee vs Lesser Citronella Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ashy Mining Bee | Lesser Citronella Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andrena cineraria | Lasius claviger |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Andrenidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ashy Mining Bee
A striking black and grey solitary bee with silvery-white hair bands on its thorax. It nests in compacted soil and is one of the first bees to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
Large aggregations of hundreds of nest holes can appear suddenly on garden lawns in April.
Lesser Citronella Ant
A small yellow subterranean ant closely related to the larger citronella ant. It produces a citrus scent and lives in deep soil nests tending root aphids.
Did You Know?
Citronella ants are obligate herders whose survival depends entirely on their symbiotic relationship with underground aphids.