Robust Large-headed Bee vs Carpenter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Large-headed Bee | Carpenter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenotritus pubescens | Camponotus pennsylvanicus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Stenotritidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 6-13 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Australia | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Robust Large-headed Bee
A heavily built bee covered in dense pale pubescence found in southern Australia. It is one of the fastest-flying bee species and is difficult to catch in flight.
Did You Know?
It has been clocked flying at speeds exceeding 28 km/h, making it one of the fastest bees ever recorded.
Carpenter Ant
The largest common ant in North America, excavating smooth galleries in dead wood for nesting. Unlike termites, they do not eat wood but merely remove it to create living space.
Did You Know?
Injured workers that cannot keep up during colony relocations are carried by nestmates to the new site.