Robust Large-headed Bee vs German Yellowjacket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Robust Large-headed Bee | German Yellowjacket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenotritus pubescens | Vespula germanica |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Stenotritidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Australia | Europe, North America, South America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Robust Large-headed Bee
A heavily built bee covered in dense pale pubescence found in southern Australia. It is one of the fastest-flying bee species and is difficult to catch in flight.
Did You Know?
It has been clocked flying at speeds exceeding 28 km/h, making it one of the fastest bees ever recorded.
German Yellowjacket
A highly adaptable social wasp that has become one of the most widespread invasive insects globally. They build large enclosed paper nests in wall cavities and roof spaces.
Did You Know?
Indoor nests in heated buildings can survive winter and grow to enormous sizes containing over a million cells.