Splendid Earth-boring Beetle vs Sweat Bee of the Desert
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Splendid Earth-boring Beetle | Sweat Bee of the Desert |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bolbocerosoma farctum | Lasioglossum titusi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Geotrupidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 8-14mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Splendid Earth-boring Beetle
A stout rotund beetle with a polished amber-brown body. It digs deep burrows in sandy soil and is attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
It helps propagate underground fungi by carrying fungal spores between burrows acting as a subterranean gardener.
Sweat Bee of the Desert
A small metallic green bee found in arid regions of western North America. It nests communally in sandy desert soil.
Did You Know?
It is attracted to human sweat for the salt it contains, which is scarce in desert environments.