Macropis Cuckoo Bee vs South American Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macropis Cuckoo Bee | South American Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeoloides coecutiens | Rhinostomus barbirostris |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Melittidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Eastern North America | Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad, Central America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Not Evaluated |
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.
South American Weevil
A large black weevil with a very long, slender rostrum used for boring into palm trunks. It is an important pest of coconut and oil palms.
Did You Know?
Its snout can be nearly as long as the rest of its body, making it one of the most proportionally long-snouted weevils.