Asian Army Ant vs Garden Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Army Ant | Garden Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aenictus laeviceps | Bombus hortorum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Apidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 12-22mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, India, Sri Lanka | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Army Ant
A small, pale yellow army ant widespread across tropical Asia. Colonies raid nests of other ants and termites in organized columns. Workers are entirely blind and rely on chemical trails for coordination during foraging and migration.
Did You Know?
They are the only army ant genus found across both Asia and Africa, suggesting an ancient origin before these continents separated.
Garden Bumblebee
A long-tongued bumblebee with three yellow bands and a white tail. Specializes in deep tubular flowers.
Did You Know?
Has the longest tongue of any common bumblebee species, allowing it to access nectar in deep tubular flowers.