Mountain Bumblebee vs Soybean Aphid Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Bumblebee | Soybean Aphid Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus monticola | Binodoxys communis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Scotland, Iceland, alpine regions of Europe | East Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Bumblebee
A colorful bumblebee with bright red-orange tail, yellow thorax bands, and a black midriff. It is found at high altitudes and latitudes where it is an important pollinator. Queens are among the earliest bees to emerge.
Did You Know?
This bumblebee can forage in driving rain and near-gale winds that keep other pollinating insects grounded.
Soybean Aphid Parasite
A tiny Asian braconid wasp studied as a biocontrol candidate for the invasive soybean aphid in North America. It is highly specific to its aphid host.
Did You Know?
It underwent years of rigorous safety testing before being approved for release against soybean aphids in North America.