Large Birch Cimbicid vs Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Birch Cimbicid | Four-spotted Cuckoo Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cimbex connatus | Nomada leucophthalma |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cimbicidae | Apidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Northern and Eastern Europe, Siberia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Birch Cimbicid
A very large sawfly, closely related to C. femoratus, with a massive body and distinctly clubbed antennae. Adults vary in color from yellowish to dark brownish-black.
Did You Know?
This species was once confused with C. femoratus until detailed morphological studies separated them as distinct species based on antennal and genital characters.
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.