Red-tailed Bumblebee vs Long-Horned Xiphydriid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-tailed Bumblebee | Long-Horned Xiphydriid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus lapidarius | Xiphydria prolongata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Xiphydriidae |
| Size | 11-22 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | East Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Long-Horned Xiphydriid
A slender wood wasp with an exceptionally long neck region and thread-like antennae. The body is dark brown with scattered pale markings.
Did You Know?
Xiphydriid species in East Asia show greater diversity than in any other region, suggesting this may be the family's center of origin.