Garden Bumblebee vs Short-tailed Ichneumon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Garden Bumblebee | Short-tailed Ichneumon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus hortorum | Ophion luteus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 12-22mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Garden Bumblebee
A long-tongued bumblebee with three yellow bands and a white tail. Specializes in deep tubular flowers.
Did You Know?
Has the longest tongue of any common bumblebee species, allowing it to access nectar in deep tubular flowers.
Short-tailed Ichneumon
A nocturnal parasitoid wasp with a strongly compressed, amber-orange body. It is commonly attracted to lights at night throughout Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike most ichneumons, Ophion luteus is almost entirely nocturnal and frequently enters houses drawn by artificial light.