Patchwork Leafcutter Bee vs Franklin's Bumble Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Patchwork Leafcutter Bee | Franklin's Bumble Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile centuncularis | Bombus franklini |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Apidae |
| Size | 7-12 mm | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | Western United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Patchwork Leafcutter Bee
A solitary bee that neatly cuts oval pieces from rose and other leaves to line its nest cells. The characteristic semicircular cuts it leaves on leaves are a familiar garden sight.
Did You Know?
Each nest cell requires around 15 precisely cut leaf pieces to construct.
Franklin's Bumble Bee
The world's most range-restricted bumble bee, found only in a small area between southern Oregon and northern California. It has not been reliably seen since 2006 and may be extinct.
Did You Know?
Its entire known range spans only about 190 miles north to south, making it the most geographically restricted bumble bee on Earth.