Lesser Citronella Ant vs Cape Oil-collecting Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Citronella Ant | Cape Oil-collecting Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasius claviger | Rediviva neliana |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Melittidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Mountains |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Lesser Citronella Ant
A small yellow subterranean ant closely related to the larger citronella ant. It produces a citrus scent and lives in deep soil nests tending root aphids.
Did You Know?
Citronella ants are obligate herders whose survival depends entirely on their symbiotic relationship with underground aphids.
Cape Oil-collecting Bee
A South African oil-collecting bee with extraordinarily long front legs used to extract floral oil from deep-spurred Diascia flowers. It is a solitary ground-nesting species.
Did You Know?
Its front legs can be longer than its entire body, an extreme adaptation for reaching oils at the bottom of deep flower spurs.