Desert Fire Ant vs African Stingless Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Fire Ant | African Stingless Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Solenopsis aurea | Meliponula bocandei |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Apidae |
| Size | 2-6 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Forests |
| Diet | Carrion Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | West Africa, Central Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Fire Ant
A golden-colored fire ant native to the deserts of the American Southwest. It builds inconspicuous nests in sandy soil and forages for insects.
Did You Know?
Unlike its notorious invasive cousin, it is docile and rarely stings unless its nest is directly disturbed.
African Stingless Bee
A small dark stingless bee that nests in tree hollows and produces a prized thin honey. Colonies can number several thousand workers.
Did You Know?
Their honey is traditionally valued in West African medicine and can sell for ten times the price of regular honey.