Tree Bumblebee vs Great Red Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree Bumblebee | Great Red Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus hypnorum | Phryganea striata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Phryganeidae |
| Size | 11-18mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tree Bumblebee
A distinctive bumblebee with a brown thorax, black abdomen and white tail. Often nests in bird boxes.
Did You Know?
A recent and rapid colonizer of Britain since 2001, frequently nesting in bird boxes and roof spaces.
Great Red Sedge
A large cinnamon-colored caddisfly with distinctive striped wings, well known to European anglers. It hatches in early summer on lakes and slow rivers.
Did You Know?
This caddisfly inspired one of the oldest known artificial fishing flies, the "Great Red Sedge," used since at least the fifteenth century.