Thorn Bug vs Early Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thorn Bug | Early Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Umbonia crassicornis | Bombus pratorum |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Membracidae | Apidae |
| Size | 10-12 mm | 9-16mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thorn Bug
Extraordinary treehopper with a thorn-shaped pronotum that makes it look exactly like a plant thorn when sitting on a branch. Mothers guard eggs and nymphs aggressively.
Did You Know?
Treehoppers have evolved the most bizarre body shapes of any insect — their enlarged pronotum can mimic thorns, helicopter blades, antlers, and even ant-like forms.
Early Bumblebee
A small bumblebee with yellow collar, yellow midriff band and an orange tail. One of the first to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest bumblebees to appear each year, sometimes seen as early as February on mild days.