Crotch's Bumblebee vs Marauder Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crotch's Bumblebee | Marauder Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus crotchii | Carebara diversa |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 1-15 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | California, western USA | Asia |
| 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.
Marauder Ant
An Asian ant with the greatest size variation of any ant species, with major workers 500 times heavier than minor workers. Raiding columns can be 100 meters long.
Did You Know?
Minor workers ride on the bodies of major workers like passengers, jumping off to attack when prey is encountered.