Executioner Wasp vs Resin Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Executioner Wasp | Resin Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polistes carnifex | Megachile campanulae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Executioner Wasp
The largest Neotropical paper wasp, with a sting that produces immediate searing pain and potentially causes tissue necrosis. It builds open comb nests.
Did You Know?
Some entomologists consider its sting more painful than the bullet ant, placing it among the most painful in the insect world.
Resin Bee
A solitary bee that collects plant resins and sap to construct its brood cells.
Did You Know?
It builds cell partitions from plant resin mixed with tiny pebbles.