Golden Northern Bumble Bee vs European Xiphydriid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Northern Bumble Bee | European Xiphydriid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus fervidus | Xiphydria longicollis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Xiphydriidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| 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.
European Xiphydriid
A slender wood wasp with a notably elongated pronotum giving it a long-necked appearance. The body is dark with pale lateral spots on the abdomen.
Did You Know?
The elongated 'neck' that gives xiphydriids their distinctive appearance is actually an elongation of the pronotum, unique among wood wasps.