Early Bumblebee vs African Stink Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Early Bumblebee | African Stink Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus pratorum | Paltothyreus tarsatus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 9-16mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Indoors |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Early Bumblebee
A small bumblebee with yellow collar, yellow midriff band and an orange tail. One of the first to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest bumblebees to appear each year, sometimes seen as early as February on mild days.
African Stink Ant
A very large black ponerine ant that releases a foul-smelling secretion when disturbed. It is one of Africa's most conspicuous ground-dwelling ants with a powerful sting.
Did You Know?
Its defensive odor is so pungent it can be smelled by humans from over a meter away.