Robust Large-headed Bee vs Japanese Spider Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Large-headed Bee | Japanese Spider Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenotritus pubescens | Batozonellus lacerticida |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Stenotritidae | Pompilidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southern Australia | Europe, Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Japanese Spider Wasp
A large black spider wasp with yellow-banded legs found across Eurasia. It hunts large orb-weaver spiders and provisions underground burrows with its prey.
Did You Know?
It specifically targets large Argiope garden spiders, plucking them directly from their webs.