Bordered Rose Sawfly vs Australian Large-headed Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bordered Rose Sawfly | Australian Large-headed Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arge cyanocrocea | Stenotritus greavesi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Argidae | Stenotritidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bordered Rose Sawfly
A compact sawfly with a striking combination of an orange body and metallic blue-black wings. Larvae are green with orange heads and feed on rose leaves.
Did You Know?
This species is sometimes confused with its relative Arge ochropus, but can be distinguished by its blue-tinged rather than purple-tinged wings.
Australian Large-headed Bee
A robust, fast-flying bee endemic to Australia with a disproportionately large head and powerful mandibles. It belongs to the most primitive extant family of bees.
Did You Know?
Stenotritidae is the smallest bee family in the world, containing only 21 species all restricted to Australia.