Blue Orchard Bee vs Peachtree Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Orchard Bee | Peachtree Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Osmia lignaria | Synanthedon exitiosa |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Sesiidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 25–33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Blue Orchard Bee
A metallic dark blue solitary bee that nests in pre-existing holes in wood. It is an exceptionally efficient pollinator of fruit trees, significantly outperforming honey bees per individual.
Did You Know?
A single blue orchard bee can pollinate as effectively as 60 to 80 honey bees, making them increasingly important for commercial fruit production.
Peachtree Borer
A clearwing moth that is the most destructive borer of peach trees in North America. Larvae feed in the bark at the soil line of stone fruit trees.
Did You Know?
A single larva can girdle and kill a young peach tree in one season by feeding completely around the trunk base.