Forelius Ant vs Large Scabious Mining Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Forelius Ant | Large Scabious Mining Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Forelius pruinosus | Andrena hattorfiana |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Andrenidae |
| Size | 2-2.5 mm | 14-17 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | North America, South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Forelius Ant
A tiny fast-running ant found across the Americas that is often the first to discover food sources. It has a pruinose coating giving it a slightly dusty appearance.
Did You Know?
Each evening, a few workers sacrifice themselves by sealing the nest entrance from the outside with sand, dying alone overnight.
Large Scabious Mining Bee
One of the largest European mining bees with a striking red abdomen loaded with pink pollen. It is a specialist of field scabious flowers.
Did You Know?
Females can carry a huge ball of bright pink scabious pollen on their hind legs that is visible from several meters away.