Large Sallow Mining Bee vs Double-banded Scoliid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Sallow Mining Bee | Double-banded Scoliid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andrena apicata | Scolia bicincta |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Andrenidae | Scoliidae |
| Size | 11-14 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Large Sallow Mining Bee
A rare, early-spring mining bee that specializes on sallow and willow catkins. It has declined significantly across Europe due to loss of wetland habitats.
Did You Know?
It is so dependent on sallow catkins that the removal of sallow trees from wetlands has caused local extinctions across England.
Double-banded Scoliid
A robust black wasp with two prominent yellow bands across the abdomen. It is a beneficial garden insect that parasitizes scarab beetle grubs in lawns.
Did You Know?
Gardeners often mistake it for a dangerous wasp, but it is actually a beneficial predator of lawn-destroying grubs.