Chocolate Mining Bee vs Patchwork Leafcutter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chocolate Mining Bee | Patchwork Leafcutter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andrena scotica | Megachile centuncularis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Andrenidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 7-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chocolate Mining Bee
A medium-sized bee with warm brown fur, common across the British Isles. It visits a wide range of spring and early summer flowers.
Did You Know?
Despite its common name, it is named for its chocolate-brown fur, not any association with cocoa.
Patchwork Leafcutter Bee
A solitary bee that neatly cuts oval pieces from rose and other leaves to line its nest cells. The characteristic semicircular cuts it leaves on leaves are a familiar garden sight.
Did You Know?
Each nest cell requires around 15 precisely cut leaf pieces to construct.