Cuckoo Bumblebee vs German Scorpionfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuckoo Bumblebee | German Scorpionfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus vestalis | Panorpa germanica |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Mecoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Panorpidae |
| Size | 15-22mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cuckoo Bumblebee
A social parasite that invades buff-tailed bumblebee nests, kills the queen and enslaves the workers.
Did You Know?
Enters the nest of its host species, fights and kills the queen, then forces the workers to raise her own offspring.
German Scorpionfly
A scorpionfly with bold wing markings found in shaded woodland habitats across central Europe. Like other Panorpa species, it has a distinctive elongated face.
Did You Know?
German scorpionflies frequently steal prey from spider webs, delicately plucking trapped insects without becoming ensnared themselves.