Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee vs Tree Weta
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee | Tree Weta |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomada leucophthalma | Hemideina thoracica |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Anostostomatidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 40-60 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Oceania |
| 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.
Tree Weta
A common weta species found throughout the North Island of New Zealand. It shelters in tree holes during the day and forages for food at night.
Did You Know?
Tree weta can survive being frozen solid; their blood contains special proteins that prevent ice crystals from damaging their cells.