Sulawesi Honey Bee vs Great Yellow Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sulawesi Honey Bee | Great Yellow Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apis nigrocincta | Bombus distinguendus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Apidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Indonesia, Philippines | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Near Threatened |
Sulawesi Honey Bee
A cavity-nesting honey bee endemic to Sulawesi and nearby islands. It was only recognized as a distinct species in 2000 after genetic analysis.
Did You Know?
It was long confused with Apis cerana until DNA studies confirmed it as a separate species.
Great Yellow Bumblebee
A large strikingly yellow bumblebee with a band of darker hair. One of the rarest bumblebees in Britain.
Did You Know?
Now restricted to a few Scottish islands and the far north coast, having disappeared from 80 percent of its range.