Unequal Cellophane Bee vs Loblolly Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Unequal Cellophane Bee | Loblolly Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colletes inaequalis | Neodiprion taedae linearis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Unequal Cellophane Bee
An early spring bee that forms large nesting aggregations in sandy soil. It lines its cells with a waterproof secretion resembling cellophane.
Did You Know?
Nesting aggregations can alarm homeowners as thousands of bees emerge from lawns, but they are docile and rarely sting.
Loblolly Pine Sawfly
A pine sawfly from the southeastern United States whose yellowish-green larvae feed on the needles of loblolly and other southern pines.
Did You Know?
Young larvae feed only on the outer needle tissue, leaving the central vein intact, giving infested needles a characteristic straw-like appearance.