White-tailed Bumblebee vs Moss Katydid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-tailed Bumblebee | Moss Katydid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus lucorum | Haemodiasma tessellata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Tettigoniidae |
| Size | 11-20mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Borneo, Sumatra |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Moss Katydid
A katydid with a body covered in textured bumps and green-brown coloring that mimics moss and bark. It is virtually invisible when pressed against a mossy branch.
Did You Know?
Its body surface even mimics the tiny structures of real moss, including sporophyte-like bumps across its wings.