Golden Northern Bumble Bee vs Grain Pteromalid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Northern Bumble Bee | Grain Pteromalid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus fervidus | Anisopteromalus calandrae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Pteromalidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Northern and central United States and southern Canada | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Not Evaluated |
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.
Grain Pteromalid
A tiny parasitoid of grain weevil and bruchid beetle larvae concealed inside stored cereal grains. It is widely used in biological control of stored-product pests.
Did You Know?
Females can detect beetle larvae hidden inside wheat kernels by drumming on the grain surface with their antennae.