Chilean Giant Stonefly vs Mountain Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chilean Giant Stonefly | Mountain Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diamphipnoa helicoides | Bombus monticola |
| Order | Plecoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Diamphipnoidae | Apidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South America (Chile) | Scandinavia, Scotland, Iceland, alpine regions of Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Chilean Giant Stonefly
An ancient, large stonefly endemic to Chilean mountain streams. It belongs to a relict family with Gondwanan origins.
Did You Know?
Its family is considered a living fossil with only two known species, both restricted to Chile.
Mountain Bumblebee
A colorful bumblebee with bright red-orange tail, yellow thorax bands, and a black midriff. It is found at high altitudes and latitudes where it is an important pollinator. Queens are among the earliest bees to emerge.
Did You Know?
This bumblebee can forage in driving rain and near-gale winds that keep other pollinating insects grounded.