Long-Horned Xiphydriid vs Giant Resin Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-Horned Xiphydriid | Giant Resin Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xiphydria prolongata | Megachile sculpturalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Xiphydriidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 14-24 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | East Asia, North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-Horned Xiphydriid
A slender wood wasp with an exceptionally long neck region and thread-like antennae. The body is dark brown with scattered pale markings.
Did You Know?
Xiphydriid species in East Asia show greater diversity than in any other region, suggesting this may be the family's center of origin.
Giant Resin Bee
A large solitary bee originally from East Asia now invasive in North America and Europe. It uses tree resin and mud to seal its nesting cavities.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in the US in 1994 and has spread rapidly across the eastern states.