Mistletoe Mining Bee vs Green Metallic Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mistletoe Mining Bee | Green Metallic Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andrena nycthemera | Augochloropsis metallica |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Andrenidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 11-14 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central and Southern Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mistletoe Mining Bee
A striking spring-flying mining bee with contrasting black and white body hair bands. It is associated with blackthorn hedgerows in European lowland habitats.
Did You Know?
Its bold black-and-white striped appearance makes it one of the most visually distinctive mining bees in Europe.
Green Metallic Bee
A large, robustly built metallic green sweat bee common throughout eastern North America. It is a ground-nesting communal species often found in dense nesting aggregations.
Did You Know?
Despite their jewel-like appearance, they are commonly overlooked because they are often mistaken for small green flies.