Macropis Cuckoo Bee vs Trimmer's Mining Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Macropis Cuckoo Bee | Trimmer's Mining Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epeoloides coecutiens | Andrena trimmerana |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Melittidae | Andrenidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Parasites | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Eastern North America | Europe |
| 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.
Trimmer's Mining Bee
A widespread spring mining bee with brownish-grey fur and a distinctive tooth on the hind femur. It forages on a wide range of early-blooming flowers.
Did You Know?
The small femoral tooth on its hind leg distinguishes it from nearly all other European Andrena species.