Four-banded Furrow Bee vs Platter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-banded Furrow Bee | Platter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halictus quadricinctus | Cataulacus intrudens |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 14-16 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern and Central Europe, Western Asia | West and Central Africa |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Four-banded Furrow Bee
A large, robust halictid bee with four prominent white hair bands across its dark abdomen. It is one of the biggest sweat bees in Europe.
Did You Know?
At up to 16 mm long, it is almost as large as a honey bee and dwarfs most other species in its family.
Platter Ant
An arboreal African ant with a heavily armored, flattened body and sculptured cuticle. Workers have a broad, shield-like head that can be used to block nest entrances. They nest in tree holes and have a slow, deliberate gait.
Did You Know?
Their flattened body and strong tarsal grip allow them to resist removal by predators by clamping flat against bark surfaces.