Tree Bumblebee vs Wallacea Giant Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree Bumblebee | Wallacea Giant Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus hypnorum | Megachile pluto |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 11-18mm | 23-39 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Wallacea Giant Bee
The worlds largest bee at 39 mm long with a 63 mm wingspan. Thought extinct for 38 years until rediscovered in Indonesia in 2019. Nests inside active termite mounds.
Did You Know?
Wallace giant bee was not seen alive by a scientist for 38 years — when rediscovered in 2019, it was found nesting inside active termite mounds, using tree resin to waterproof its cells.