Long-horned Bee vs Sulawesi Honey Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-horned Bee | Sulawesi Honey Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eucera longicornis | Apis nigrocincta |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Apidae |
| Size | 13-16 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Indonesia, Philippines |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Data Deficient |
Long-horned Bee
Males are unmistakable with their extraordinarily long antennae, nearly as long as the body. It nests in the ground in warm, sunny grasslands.
Did You Know?
The male's enormously long antennae are thought to help detect female pheromones at greater distances.
Sulawesi Honey Bee
A cavity-nesting honey bee endemic to Sulawesi and nearby islands. It was only recognized as a distinct species in 2000 after genetic analysis.
Did You Know?
It was long confused with Apis cerana until DNA studies confirmed it as a separate species.