Rusty Patched Bumble Bee vs Buff Arches
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rusty Patched Bumble Bee | Buff Arches |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus affinis | Habrosyne pyritoides |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Drepanidae |
| Size | 13-20 mm | 38-43 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Upper Midwest and northeastern United States, now extremely restricted | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Rusty Patched Bumble Bee
A once-common bumble bee named for the rust-colored patch on the second abdominal segment of workers. It was the first bumble bee in the continental United States listed as endangered.
Did You Know?
Its range has shrunk by nearly 87 percent since the 1990s, making it one of the rarest bees in North America.
Buff Arches
A moth with intricate grey, white, and buff patterns creating a complex marbled effect on its forewings. It is closely related to the peach blossom and shares its bramble association.
Did You Know?
Its wing pattern is so complex that no simple description captures it, leading some to call it 'baroque'.