Hawaiian Assimulans Yellow-faced Bee vs Jewel Wasp Pteromalid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hawaiian Assimulans Yellow-faced Bee | Jewel Wasp Pteromalid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hylaeus assimulans | Nasonia vitripennis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Pteromalidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 1-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii) | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Endangered | Not Evaluated |
Hawaiian Assimulans Yellow-faced Bee
A rare endemic bee from the Hawaiian Islands, once found on several islands but now severely reduced in range. It nests in the stems of native plants and abandoned beetle holes. Habitat loss and invasive species have drastically reduced its populations.
Did You Know?
This bee is one of seven Hawaiian yellow-faced bee species federally listed as endangered, highlighting the perilous state of Hawaiian native pollinators.
Jewel Wasp Pteromalid
A tiny jewel wasp that parasitizes the pupae of blowflies, flesh flies, and house flies. It is one of the most important model organisms in parasitoid biology and genetics.
Did You Know?
It has become a genetic model organism rivaling Drosophila, with its entire genome sequenced to study parasitism evolution.