Small Carpenter Bee vs Orange-barred Sulphur
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Carpenter Bee | Orange-barred Sulphur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratina calcarata | Phoebis philea |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 5–8 mm | Wingspan 67-80mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America, South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Small Carpenter Bee
A tiny metallic blue-green bee that nests in the pithy stems of broken twigs. It is one of the few bee species showing rudimentary social behavior.
Did You Know?
Mothers guard their nests and feed their developing larvae with pollen, a behavior rare among solitary bees.
Orange-barred Sulphur
A large bright yellow butterfly with orange bar markings on the upper forewings. Females are more muted with reddish markings.
Did You Know?
Males patrol large territories and engage in spiraling aerial battles with rivals that can last several minutes.