Banded Ichneumon vs Bee Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Ichneumon | Bee Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ichneumon xanthorius | Trichius rosaceus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 9-13mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Ichneumon
A boldly patterned black-and-yellow parasitoid wasp commonly found in European gardens. It parasitizes large moth caterpillars that pupate in soil.
Did You Know?
Despite its wasp-like warning colors, it rarely stings and is harmless to humans.
Bee Chafer
A furry bumblebee-mimicking flower beetle with yellow and black bands. Visits roses and other garden flowers.
Did You Know?
So convincingly mimics a bumblebee that many people refuse to pick it up, believing it will sting.