Desert Longhorn Beetle vs Clarke's Mining Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Longhorn Beetle | Clarke's Mining Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Crossidius hirtipes | Andrena clarkella |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Andrenidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Longhorn Beetle
A hairy, brightly marked longhorn beetle of the American Southwest. Adults visit desert wildflowers for pollen and nectar.
Did You Know?
Its larvae take up to three years to develop inside the roots of rabbitbrush plants.
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.