Plasterer Bee vs Bladder Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Plasterer Bee | Bladder Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colletes hederae | Cystosoma saundersii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 45-55 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Plasterer Bee
A solitary bee discovered in 1993 that is a specialist pollinator of ivy flowers.
Did You Know?
It lines its brood cells with a waterproof cellophane-like secretion.
Bladder Cicada
An Australian cicada with a remarkably inflated translucent green abdomen in males. The hollow abdomen acts as a resonating chamber for its call.
Did You Know?
The male's abdomen is almost entirely hollow and balloon-like, functioning as a living loudspeaker.