Desert Globe Mallow Bee vs Pitted Resin Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Globe Mallow Bee | Pitted Resin Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diadasia diminuta | Anthidiellum strigatum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Globe Mallow Bee
A specialist solitary bee that visits only globe mallow flowers in the American Southwest. It lines its underground nest cells with an oily secretion to waterproof them.
Did You Know?
Its extreme flower loyalty makes it one of the most efficient pollinators of globe mallow plants.
Pitted Resin Bee
A small, stout bee with bold yellow and black markings that constructs free-standing resin nests on rocks and walls. It is widespread across Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike most bees, it builds its nest cells as exposed resin lumps on open rock surfaces rather than hiding them in cavities.