Nocturnal Sweat Bee vs North American Eosentomid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nocturnal Sweat Bee | North American Eosentomid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalopta genalis | Eosentomon vermiforme |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Protura |
| Family | Halictidae | Eosentomidae |
| Size | 10-12 mm | 0.8-1.4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central America, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Nocturnal Sweat Bee
One of few bees adapted to forage in near-total darkness in tropical forests.
Did You Know?
Its enlarged ocelli give it visual sensitivity 30 times greater than day-active bees.
North American Eosentomid
A worm-like proturan found in forest soils of eastern North America. It has a slender elongate body and no trace of eyes.
Did You Know?
Its species name vermiforme means worm-shaped, reflecting the extremely elongate body plan shared by all proturans.