Sulawesi Honey Bee vs Japanese Maple Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sulawesi Honey Bee | Japanese Maple Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apis nigrocincta | Megalodontes cephalotes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Pamphiliidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Meadows |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Indonesia, Philippines | Southern and Central Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Sulawesi Honey Bee
A cavity-nesting honey bee endemic to Sulawesi and nearby islands. It was only recognized as a distinct species in 2000 after genetic analysis.
Did You Know?
It was long confused with Apis cerana until DNA studies confirmed it as a separate species.
Japanese Maple Sawfly
A colorful web-spinning sawfly with a large head, bright orange body, and distinctive long antennae. It is associated with umbelliferous plants in southern Europe.
Did You Know?
Despite its common association with umbellifers, this species belongs to a family mostly known for conifer and broadleaf tree feeders.