Lapland Bumblebee vs White Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lapland Bumblebee | White Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus lapponicus | Neodiprion pinetum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 6-9 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Scotland, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Lapland Bumblebee
A medium-sized bumblebee with a distinctive orange tail and yellow collar band. It is well adapted to cold, windy conditions of mountain and tundra habitats. Workers forage efficiently even in poor weather.
Did You Know?
Queens can emerge from hibernation and begin nest-building when snow still covers much of the ground.
White Pine Sawfly
A defoliator primarily attacking eastern white pine in North America. Larvae feed in clusters, consuming entire needles.
Did You Know?
Repeated heavy defoliation over several years can kill even mature white pine trees.