Swede Midge vs White-tailed Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Swede Midge | White-tailed Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Contarinia nasturtii | Bombus lucorum |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cecidomyiidae | Apidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 11-20mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Swede Midge
A minute yellowish-brown gall midge that attacks brassica crops by distorting growing points. Its tiny larvae feed inside developing buds, causing characteristic twisted and swollen growth.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in North America in 2000 and has since become a major emerging pest of brassica crops.
White-tailed Bumblebee
A common bumblebee with two yellow bands and a white tail. Part of a complex of similar-looking species.
Did You Know?
Actually comprises three nearly identical species only reliably separated by DNA analysis or chemical signatures.