Patagonian Bumble Bee vs Pennant Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Patagonian Bumble Bee | Pennant Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus dahlbomii | Technomyrmex albipes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 20-40 mm | 2.5-3 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Chile, Argentina | Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Patagonian Bumble Bee
The largest bumble bee in the world, with queens reaching up to 40 mm in length and covered in dense orange fur. Its populations have collapsed following the introduction of European bumble bees to South America.
Did You Know?
Locals call it the flying mouse due to its enormous size and dense furry appearance.
Pennant Ant
A small dark ant with conspicuous whitish legs that forms long trailing columns up trees. It is a widespread tramp species found throughout the Old World tropics.
Did You Know?
They are important dispersal agents for certain epiphytic plants whose seeds they carry to tree crevices.