Painted Nomad Bee vs Sabre Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Painted Nomad Bee | Sabre Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomada fucata | Rhyssa persuasoria |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 8-10mm | 25-40 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Sabre Wasp
The largest European ichneumon wasp, recognized by its black-and-white banded body. It parasitizes the larvae of wood wasps within conifer trunks.
Did You Know?
She can detect a wood wasp larva through several centimeters of solid timber using her antennae.