White-tailed Bumblebee vs Army Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-tailed Bumblebee | Army Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus lucorum | Eciton burchellii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 11-20mm | 3-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Army Ant
Nomadic ants that do not build permanent nests. Raids of up to 200,000 workers sweep through the forest floor consuming everything in their path. Workers link bodies to form living bridges.
Did You Know?
Army ants build living structures from their own bodies — bridges, walls, and bivouacs made of 500,000 ants linked together, complete with climate-controlled nursery chambers inside.