Japanese Yellow Swallowtail vs Red-tailed Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Yellow Swallowtail | Red-tailed Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio machaon hippocrates | Bombus lapidarius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Apidae |
| Size | 70-90 mm wingspan | 11-22 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Yellow Swallowtail
The Japanese subspecies of the Old World swallowtail, known as 'ki-ageha.' A large and elegant butterfly with bright yellow wings marked with black patterns and blue hindwing spots.
Did You Know?
This butterfly engages in 'hilltopping' behavior, where males fly to hilltops and ridges to establish territories and wait for females.
Red-tailed Bumblebee
A jet-black bumblebee with a vivid orange-red tail that is unmistakable in flight. It commonly nests underground in old mouse burrows and stone walls.
Did You Know?
Its nest name 'lapidarius' means 'of stones' because it often nests beneath rocks and walls.