South American Eucalyptus Sawfly vs European Oil Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Eucalyptus Sawfly | European Oil Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lophyrotoma zonalis | Macropis europaea |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Melittidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, invasive in South America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
South American Eucalyptus Sawfly
A dark-bodied pergid sawfly that has become a significant pest of eucalyptus plantations in South America. Larvae are gregarious and can cause severe defoliation.
Did You Know?
This Australian native became a major pest after eucalyptus was widely planted in South America, far from its natural enemies.
European Oil Bee
One of only two Northern Hemisphere bees that collect floral oils instead of nectar as a food provision. It collects oils from yellow loosestrife flowers.
Did You Know?
It mixes collected floral oil with pollen to create a waterproof, long-lasting larval food that resists mold in its damp underground nests.