African Fruit Beetle vs Early Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Fruit Beetle | Early Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachnoda sinuata | Bombus pratorum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Apidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 9-16mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Fruit Beetle
A common yellow and brown flower beetle frequently seen on ripe fruit. It is a familiar garden visitor across southern Africa.
Did You Know?
They are sometimes considered orchard pests because large numbers can congregate on and damage ripe fruit crops.
Early Bumblebee
A small bumblebee with yellow collar, yellow midriff band and an orange tail. One of the first to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest bumblebees to appear each year, sometimes seen as early as February on mild days.