Painted Nomad Bee vs Yellow-legged Ophion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Painted Nomad Bee | Yellow-legged Ophion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nomada fucata | Ophion scutellaris |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 8-10mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Painted Nomad Bee
A bright yellow and black cuckoo bee that parasitizes the nests of Andrena mining bees.
Did You Know?
Sneaks into mining bee nests while the host is away foraging and lays eggs that will outcompete the host's larva.
Yellow-legged Ophion
A large orange-brown ichneumon wasp commonly attracted to light at night. Parasitizes large moth caterpillars. Has a laterally compressed, blade-like abdomen.
Did You Know?
One of the most commonly reported ichneumon wasps in houses, drawn to lights on summer evenings.