Redheaded Pine Sawfly vs Sweat Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Redheaded Pine Sawfly | Sweat Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion lecontei | Halictus ligatus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm (adult) | 7-11 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Redheaded Pine Sawfly
The most widely distributed pine sawfly in eastern North America. Larvae can completely defoliate young pines, sometimes killing them.
Did You Know?
Larvae rear up in unison and regurgitate resinous fluid when disturbed as a group defense.
Sweat Bee
A small, dark metallic bee that is attracted to human perspiration for its salt content. It exhibits variable social behavior ranging from solitary to primitively eusocial nesting.
Did You Know?
Sweat bees are among the most important wild pollinators of crops, and some species can switch between solitary and social living depending on environmental conditions.