Crotch's Bumblebee vs End Band Net-Winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crotch's Bumblebee | End Band Net-Winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus crotchii | Calopteron terminale |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Lycidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 9-15 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | California, western USA | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Crotch's Bumblebee
A western North American bumblebee that has declined by over 90% from its historical range. Once common in California's Central Valley. Threatened by pesticides and habitat loss.
Did You Know?
Has vanished from most of California's agricultural Central Valley where it was once the dominant bumblebee.
End Band Net-Winged Beetle
A net-winged beetle with orange elytra that become black at the tips, common in eastern North American forests. It forms a mimicry ring with other toxic insects.
Did You Know?
Adults often aggregate on the same plant, creating a concentrated warning display that deters bird predators.