Painted Nomad Bee vs Apache Paper Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Painted Nomad Bee | Apache Paper Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomada fucata | Polistes apachus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 8-10mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southwestern United States and northern Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Painted Nomad Bee
A bright yellow and black cuckoo bee that parasitizes the nests of Andrena mining bees.
Did You Know?
Sneaks into mining bee nests while the host is away foraging and lays eggs that will outcompete the host's larva.
Apache Paper Wasp
A large paper wasp of the American Southwest with yellow and reddish-brown coloring. It constructs open paper comb nests in sheltered locations like building overhangs.
Did You Know?
It is one of the largest paper wasps in North America and is particularly common around desert homes and ranch buildings.