Broad-footed Colletes vs Large Scoliid Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-footed Colletes | Large Scoliid Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colletes halophilus | Megascolia maculata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Scoliidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 25-45 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe | Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Broad-footed Colletes
A rare coastal specialist plasterer bee that forages on sea aster in saltmarsh habitats. It is restricted to a narrow band of habitat along European coasts.
Did You Know?
Rising sea levels and saltmarsh erosion directly threaten its nesting sites, making it one of the bees most vulnerable to climate change.
Large Scoliid Wasp
Europe's largest wasp, with a massive black body marked with bold yellow spots. Females burrow underground to parasitise rhinoceros beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Despite its terrifying size, it is surprisingly docile and rarely stings humans.