Early Bumblebee vs Bee Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Early Bumblebee | Bee Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus pratorum | Trichius fasciatus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 9-16mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Early Bumblebee
A small bumblebee with yellow collar, yellow midriff band and an orange tail. One of the first to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
One of the earliest bumblebees to appear each year, sometimes seen as early as February on mild days.
Bee Beetle
A fuzzy, yellow-and-black banded beetle that closely resembles a bumblebee. Adults visit flowers and feed on pollen.
Did You Know?
Its bumblebee mimicry is so convincing that it is often mistaken for the real thing.