Seven-spotted Green Lacewing vs Mountain Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seven-spotted Green Lacewing | Mountain Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysopa septempunctata | Bombus monticola |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Apidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Scandinavia, Scotland, Iceland, alpine regions of Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Seven-spotted Green Lacewing
A green lacewing marked with seven dark spots on its head. Common across Europe and temperate Asia in vegetated habitats.
Did You Know?
The seven head spots are used to distinguish it from over a dozen similar European species.
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.