Clarke's Mining Bee vs Bullet Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clarke's Mining Bee | Bullet Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andrena clarkella | Paraponera clavata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Andrenidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 18-30 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Clarke's Mining Bee
An early spring bee with females covered in bright orange-red fur. It is closely associated with willow catkins for pollen.
Did You Know?
It is one of the first solitary bees to emerge each spring, sometimes appearing as early as February.
Bullet Ant
Named for its extremely painful sting, rated 4+ on the Schmidt Pain Index. Indigenous Satere-Mawe people use them in warrior initiation rites. The pain can last 24 hours.
Did You Know?
The bullet ants sting is the most painful of any insect — described as waves of burning, throbbing, all-consuming pain that lasts up to 24 hours without any relief.