Spotted Black Cicada vs Alpine Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Black Cicada | Alpine Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gaeana maculata | Bombus alpinus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Apidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern China, Vietnam, Laos | Scandinavia, Finnish Lapland, Kola Peninsula, Ural Mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Spotted Black Cicada
A stunning cicada with jet-black wings adorned with bright yellow or white spots. It is one of the most colorful and sought-after cicadas among collectors.
Did You Know?
Its bold aposematic wing pattern may serve as a warning to predators, though the extent of its chemical defenses is not fully understood.
Alpine Bumblebee
A large bumblebee with distinctive orange-red tail and dark body covered in dense fur. It is found at high elevations in Scandinavian mountains. Colonies are small due to the short growing season.
Did You Know?
This bumblebee has been observed foraging at altitudes exceeding 2000 meters in Scandinavia where few other pollinators venture.