Bee Chafer vs Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bee Chafer | Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichius rosaceus | Trachymyrmex septentrionalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 9-13mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bee Chafer
A furry bumblebee-mimicking flower beetle with yellow and black bands. Visits roses and other garden flowers.
Did You Know?
So convincingly mimics a bumblebee that many people refuse to pick it up, believing it will sting.
Trachymyrmex Fungus-growing Ant
A small fungus-growing ant of eastern North America related to leafcutters. It collects dead plant material, caterpillar frass, and insect parts to feed its fungus garden.
Did You Know?
It is the northernmost fungus-growing ant species, found as far north as Long Island, New York.