Dinosaur Ant vs Sweat Bee of the Desert
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dinosaur Ant | Sweat Bee of the Desert |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nothomyrmecia macrops | Lasioglossum titusi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Dinosaur Ant
Considered the most primitive living ant, often called a living fossil. Discovered in 1931 and then lost for 46 years until rediscovered in 1977 in South Australia.
Did You Know?
This ant was lost to science for 46 years after its discovery — rediscovered by pure luck when an entomologist pulled over to sleep at the roadside where they happened to live.
Sweat Bee of the Desert
A small metallic green bee found in arid regions of western North America. It nests communally in sandy desert soil.
Did You Know?
It is attracted to human sweat for the salt it contains, which is scarce in desert environments.