Fringed Leafcutter Bee vs Red-banded Netelia
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fringed Leafcutter Bee | Red-banded Netelia |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile fidelis | Netelia testacea |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 11-14 mm | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Underground |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fringed Leafcutter Bee
A western North American leafcutter bee recognized by the dense fringe of golden hairs on its hind legs used for pollen transport. It nests in the ground, unusual for its genus.
Did You Know?
Unlike most leafcutter bees that nest in cavities, it excavates burrows directly into sandy soil.
Red-banded Netelia
A slender orange-brown ichneumonid wasp active at night in summer. It is an ectoparasitoid of noctuid moth caterpillars.
Did You Know?
Females glue their egg to the host caterpillar's skin so it cannot be dislodged.