Davies' Colletes vs Ox Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Davies' Colletes | Ox Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colletes daviesanus | Strategus aloeus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 30-60mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Davies' Colletes
A small solitary bee that lines its nest cells with a cellophane-like secretion. It often nests in mortar joints of old walls.
Did You Know?
Its nest lining is a natural polyester secreted from glands in its abdomen, making cells waterproof.
Ox Beetle
A large robust dark brown beetle with three forward-pointing horns on the males pronotum. It is attracted to lights in tropical areas.
Did You Know?
Males use their three horns like a trident to pry rivals from burrows during fights over females.