Early Bumblebee vs Spicebush Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Early Bumblebee | Spicebush Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus pratorum | Papilio troilus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 9-16mm | Wingspan 90-130mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| 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.
Spicebush Swallowtail
A dark swallowtail butterfly with blue-green hindwing scaling and orange spots. Its caterpillar has large false eyespots making it resemble a small snake.
Did You Know?
The young caterpillar mimics a bird dropping while the older caterpillar switches to mimicking a green tree snake.