Golden Orchid Bee vs Grey-patched Mining Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Orchid Bee | Grey-patched Mining Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eufriesea surinamensis | Andrena nitida |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Andrenidae |
| Size | 18-24 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Suriname, Brazil, French Guiana, Venezuela, Central America | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Golden Orchid Bee
A stunningly beautiful orchid bee with a metallic golden-green body and reddish legs. It is a solitary nester that builds cells from resin and plant material.
Did You Know?
Females construct their nest cells from tree resin, which has natural antimicrobial properties that protect developing larvae.
Grey-patched Mining Bee
A glossy black bee with patches of grey hair on the thorax. It is one of the earliest spring-flying solitary bees in Europe.
Did You Know?
It is a key pollinator of blackthorn, which produces sloe berries used to make sloe gin.