Globular Tachinid vs Cuckoo Bumblebee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Globular Tachinid | Cuckoo Bumblebee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnosoma rotundatum | Bombus vestalis |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Apidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Globular Tachinid
A distinctive round-bodied parasitic fly colored bright orange-red with black markings. Parasitizes shieldbugs. One of the most easily recognized tachinid flies.
Did You Know?
The unusually round, bright orange body makes this one of the most recognizable parasitic flies.
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.