Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee vs Painted Nomad Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee | Painted Nomad Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomada leucophthalma | Nomada fucata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Apidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 8-10mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee
A wasp-like cuckoo bee with reddish-brown and yellow markings that parasitizes Andrena mining bees. It is one of the earliest flying spring bees in Europe.
Did You Know?
It closely resembles a small wasp rather than a bee, which helps it avoid being recognized as a threat by its hosts.
Painted Nomad Bee
A bright yellow and black cuckoo bee that parasitizes the nests of Andrena mining bees.
Did You Know?
Sneaks into mining bee nests while the host is away foraging and lays eggs that will outcompete the host's larva.