Spined Sweat Bee vs Colorful Ichneumon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spined Sweat Bee | Colorful Ichneumon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapostemon splendens | Ichneumon sarcitorius |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spined Sweat Bee
A brilliantly iridescent green sweat bee with bluish reflections found in the eastern United States. Both sexes are entirely metallic green, unlike many other Agapostemon species.
Did You Know?
It strongly prefers nesting in moist or damp soil near water, unlike most other sweat bees that prefer drier substrates.
Colorful Ichneumon
A medium-sized ichneumon with a black body, yellow scutellum, and orange-tipped abdomen. It is one of the most commonly recorded ichneumons in Europe.
Did You Know?
Males are frequently seen on umbellifer flowers in late summer, making them one of the easiest ichneumons to observe.