Smeathman's Furrow Bee vs Green Tree Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Smeathman's Furrow Bee | Green Tree Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasioglossum smeathmanellum | Oecophylla smaragdina subnitida |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Northern Australia |
| 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.
Green Tree Ant
An Australian subspecies of the Asian weaver ant with distinctive bright green coloring. Indigenous Australians have traditionally eaten them and used their nests for medicinal purposes.
Did You Know?
They taste like lime or lemongrass due to their high formic acid content and are eaten as bush food in northern Australia.