End Band Net-Winged Beetle vs Franklin's Bumble Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | End Band Net-Winged Beetle | Franklin's Bumble Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteron terminale | Bombus franklini |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Apidae |
| Size | 9-15 mm | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Western United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
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.
Franklin's Bumble Bee
The world's most range-restricted bumble bee, found only in a small area between southern Oregon and northern California. It has not been reliably seen since 2006 and may be extinct.
Did You Know?
Its entire known range spans only about 190 miles north to south, making it the most geographically restricted bumble bee on Earth.