Macropis Cuckoo Bee vs Locust Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macropis Cuckoo Bee | Locust Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeoloides coecutiens | Megacyllene robiniae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Melittidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 14-22 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Eastern North America | Eastern and Central North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Macropis Cuckoo Bee
A rare cleptoparasitic bee that targets nests of Macropis oil-collecting bees. It was once thought extinct in North America before being rediscovered in Nova Scotia in 2002.
Did You Know?
Its dramatic rediscovery in North America after decades of presumed extinction made international conservation news.
Locust Borer
A striking yellow-and-black wasp mimic that attacks black locust trees in North America. Adults appear in autumn and are commonly found on goldenrod flowers. Larval boring weakens locust trunks and can cause breakage.
Did You Know?
Adults synchronize their emergence with goldenrod bloom, making autumn fields their primary mating arenas.