Clarke's Mining Bee vs Neotropical Paper Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clarke's Mining Bee | Neotropical Paper Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andrena clarkella | Polistes canadensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Andrenidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 25-30 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Central America, northern South America, Caribbean |
| 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.
Neotropical Paper Wasp
A large reddish-brown paper wasp with dark wings that builds open-comb nests under eaves and branches. It is one of the most common social wasps in the Neotropics.
Did You Know?
This was the first wasp species shown to recognize individual nestmates by their unique facial markings.