Smeathman's Furrow Bee vs Claudina Metalmark
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Smeathman's Furrow Bee | Claudina Metalmark |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasioglossum smeathmanellum | Mesosemia claudia |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 30-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Smeathman's Furrow Bee
One of the smallest bees in the world, this tiny metallic species nests in old mortar joints and earthen banks. It is surprisingly common in European towns and cities.
Did You Know?
At just 4 mm long it is barely larger than a grain of rice and is frequently mistaken for a tiny fly.
Claudina Metalmark
A small, dark-winged metalmark butterfly with fine silvery-blue spots along the wing margins. It rests with wings spread flat in shady forest understory.
Did You Know?
Metalmark butterflies get their name from the tiny metallic-looking spots on their wings that glint in stray beams of light.