Ordinate Large-headed Bee vs Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ordinate Large-headed Bee | Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ctenocolletes ordensis | Trachymyrmex septentrionalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Stenotritidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Northern Western Australia | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Ordinate Large-headed Bee
A rarely collected bee from the Kimberley region of northern Western Australia. It is known from very few specimens and its biology remains largely unstudied.
Did You Know?
So few specimens have been collected that almost nothing is known about its nesting behavior or floral preferences.
Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant
A small fungus-growing ant of eastern North America related to leafcutters. It collects dead plant material, caterpillar frass, and insect parts to feed its fungus garden.
Did You Know?
It is the northernmost fungus-growing ant species, found as far north as Long Island, New York.