Pigeon Flea vs Small Scissor Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pigeon Flea | Small Scissor Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratophyllus columbae | Chelostoma florisomne |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pigeon Flea
A flea found in pigeon nests and dovecotes that can bite humans in infested buildings. It thrives in the accumulated droppings and debris of pigeon roosts.
Did You Know?
Urban pest controllers frequently encounter it when clearing pigeon infestations from building interiors.
Small Scissor Bee
A slender black solitary bee that nests in beetle borings in dead wood. It is a specialist pollinator of buttercups.
Did You Know?
Males often sleep inside buttercup flowers at night, clinging to the petals as they close.