Golden Northern Bumble Bee vs Banded Ichneumon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Northern Bumble Bee | Banded Ichneumon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus fervidus | Ichneumon xanthorius |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Northern and central United States and southern Canada | Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Golden Northern Bumble Bee
A large bumble bee with an almost entirely yellow-furred thorax and anterior abdomen. It is a generalist pollinator found across much of North America.
Did You Know?
Queens can survive winter temperatures by producing glycerol in their blood, which acts as a natural antifreeze.
Banded Ichneumon
A boldly patterned black-and-yellow parasitoid wasp commonly found in European gardens. It parasitizes large moth caterpillars that pupate in soil.
Did You Know?
Despite its wasp-like warning colors, it rarely stings and is harmless to humans.