Painted Dark Sweat Bee vs Fatal Metalmark
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Painted Dark Sweat Bee | Fatal Metalmark |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasioglossum pictum | Calephelis nemesis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 6-7 mm | 18-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Painted Dark Sweat Bee
A small dark furrow bee with fine punctation on its thorax found in western Europe. It nests in sparsely vegetated ground and visits a range of open flowers.
Did You Know?
It is so small and nondescript that it can only be reliably identified from other Lasioglossum species under a microscope.
Fatal Metalmark
A tiny dark brown butterfly with fine metallic silver lines across the wings and minute checkered fringes. Despite its ominous name, it is a harmless nectar feeder.
Did You Know?
The name 'nemesis' refers to the Greek goddess of retribution, though the reason for this dramatic name is unclear.