Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee vs Double Drummer Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee | Double Drummer Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile willughbiella | Thopha saccata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 60-70 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
A large, furry leafcutter bee common across Europe that nests in a variety of above-ground cavities. It is named after the 17th-century English naturalist Francis Willughby.
Did You Know?
Females have been recorded cutting leaf pieces from over 20 different plant species to construct a single nest.
Double Drummer Cicada
Australia's largest cicada, producing an extremely loud call. Males have large hollow abdominal sacs that amplify their song.
Did You Know?
Their call can exceed 100 decibels, making them one of the loudest insects on Earth.