Crotch's Bumblebee vs Golden Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crotch's Bumblebee | Golden Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus crotchii | Troides aeacus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 140-170 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | California, western USA | South and Southeast Asia, southern China |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern; listed on CITES Appendix II |
Crotch's Bumblebee
A western North American bumblebee that has declined by over 90% from its historical range. Once common in California's Central Valley. Threatened by pesticides and habitat loss.
Did You Know?
Has vanished from most of California's agricultural Central Valley where it was once the dominant bumblebee.
Golden Birdwing
A large birdwing butterfly with velvety black forewings and brilliant golden-yellow hindwings. It is found across a wide range of Asian habitats from India to China.
Did You Know?
Like all birdwings, it is protected under international trade law, and collecting wild specimens is illegal in most countries.