Cape Honey Bee vs Australian Antlion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cape Honey Bee | Australian Antlion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apis mellifera capensis | Myrmeleon acer |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Apidae | Myrmeleontidae |
| Size | Workers 11-13 mm | 30-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South Africa (Western Cape, Eastern Cape) | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cape Honey Bee
A unique honey bee subspecies where workers can lay diploid female eggs without mating. It is restricted to the winter rainfall region of South Africa.
Did You Know?
Worker bees of this subspecies can clone themselves through a rare reproductive process called thelytokous parthenogenesis.
Australian Antlion
A medium-sized antlion common in sandy habitats across Australia. Its larvae construct classic conical pit traps in sheltered sandy ground.
Did You Know?
Australian antlion larvae flick sand grains at prey trying to escape their pits, causing tiny avalanches that drag victims to the bottom.