Black Earwig vs Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black Earwig | Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chelisoches morio | Megachile rotundata |
| Order | Dermaptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chelisochidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | North America, Europe, introduced to other regions |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Black Earwig
A glossy black earwig with reddish legs commonly found in tropical regions. It is often associated with banana plantations and palm trees.
Did You Know?
The black earwig has been spread throughout the tropics via the banana trade and is now pantropical in distribution.
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.