White-tailed Bumblebee vs Neotropical Shield Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-tailed Bumblebee | Neotropical Shield Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus lucorum | Edessa meditabunda |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Apidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 11-20mm | 12-17 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia |
| 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.
Neotropical Shield Bug
A medium-sized green and brown shield-shaped stink bug common in South American agriculture. It is an important pest of soybeans and other legumes.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it releases aldehydes from thoracic glands that smell strongly of cilantro to repel attackers.