Cuckoo Bumblebee vs Banded Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuckoo Bumblebee | Banded Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus vestalis | Typocerus velutinus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 15-22mm | 10-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cuckoo Bumblebee
A social parasite that invades buff-tailed bumblebee nests, kills the queen and enslaves the workers.
Did You Know?
Enters the nest of its host species, fights and kills the queen, then forces the workers to raise her own offspring.
Banded Longhorn Beetle
A yellow and brown longhorn beetle commonly found visiting flowers. Larvae develop in rotting hardwood logs.
Did You Know?
Adults are important pollinators of goldenrod and other late-summer wildflowers.