Silvery Leafcutter Bee vs Cicada Killer Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silvery Leafcutter Bee | Cicada Killer Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile leachella | Sphecius speciosus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Crabronidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silvery Leafcutter Bee
A coastal specialist bee with silvery-white hair on the underside of the abdomen. It nests in sandy ground near the coast.
Did You Know?
It lines its nest cells with cut pieces of petals rather than leaves, unlike most leafcutter bees.
Cicada Killer Wasp
A large solitary wasp that provisions its burrow with paralyzed cicadas.
Did You Know?
A female can carry a cicada weighing more than herself in flight back to her burrow.