Colorado Potato Beetle vs Golden Northern Bumble Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Colorado Potato Beetle | Golden Northern Bumble Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptinotarsa decemlineata | Bombus fervidus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Apidae |
| Size | 6-11 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Northern and central United States and southern Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Colorado Potato Beetle
A major agricultural pest with yellow-orange elytra bearing ten black longitudinal stripes. Has developed resistance to over 50 different insecticides.
Did You Know?
The Colorado potato beetle has evolved resistance to every major class of insecticide, making it one of the most adaptable pests in agricultural history.
Golden Northern Bumble Bee
A large bumble bee with an almost entirely yellow-furred thorax and anterior abdomen. It is a generalist pollinator found across much of North America.
Did You Know?
Queens can survive winter temperatures by producing glycerol in their blood, which acts as a natural antifreeze.