Sweat Bee of the Desert vs Introduced Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sweat Bee of the Desert | Introduced Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasioglossum titusi | Diprion similis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Halictidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 7-10 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Introduced Pine Sawfly
A European sawfly introduced to North America that feeds on white pine and other five-needled pines. Larvae feed gregariously and can heavily defoliate trees.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in Connecticut in 1914 and quickly spread across northeastern North America.