Hawaiian Assimulans Yellow-faced Bee vs Oceanic Field Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hawaiian Assimulans Yellow-faced Bee | Oceanic Field Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hylaeus assimulans | Teleogryllus oceanicus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Gryllidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | Body 22-28 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Oceania (Hawaii) | Australia, Pacific Islands, Hawaii |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
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.
Oceanic Field Cricket
A widespread Pacific cricket found from Australia to Hawaii with a loud, clear chirp. Some Hawaiian populations have rapidly evolved silent wings to avoid parasitic flies.
Did You Know?
In just 20 generations, Hawaiian males evolved flat, silent wings to escape a parasitic fly that locates hosts by sound.