Cuckoo Bumblebee vs Stink Bug Tachinid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuckoo Bumblebee | Stink Bug Tachinid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus vestalis | Trichopoda pennipes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Apidae | Tachinidae |
| Size | 15-22mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | North America, South 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.
Stink Bug Tachinid
A distinctive parasitic fly with a flattened orange abdomen and feathery legs. It attacks stink bugs and squash bugs in agricultural settings.
Did You Know?
Its fringed hind legs are thought to mimic bee pollen baskets, confusing predators.