Giant Resin Bee vs Hunt's Bumble Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Resin Bee | Hunt's Bumble Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megachile sculpturalis | Bombus huntii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Megachilidae | Apidae |
| Size | 14-24 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Meadows |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, North America, Europe | Western North America from British Columbia to Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Resin Bee
A large solitary bee originally from East Asia now invasive in North America and Europe. It uses tree resin and mud to seal its nesting cavities.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in the US in 1994 and has spread rapidly across the eastern states.
Hunt's Bumble Bee
A medium-sized bumble bee with orange, black, and yellow banding commonly found in the western United States. It is an important pollinator of both wildflowers and crops.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few bumble bee species that has maintained stable populations while many others have declined.