Clarke's Mining Bee vs River Clubtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clarke's Mining Bee | River Clubtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andrena clarkella | Stylurus flavipes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Andrenidae | Gomphidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 50-55mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
River Clubtail
A large clubtail dragonfly with yellow and black markings and a distinctly expanded abdomen tip. It breeds in large lowland rivers with sandy beds. Adults spend much time hanging in tree canopies.
Did You Know?
Adults spend most of their time high in riverside trees, only descending to water to breed, making them hard to observe.