Great Yellow Bumblebee vs Grain Moth Parasitoid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Yellow Bumblebee | Grain Moth Parasitoid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus distinguendus | Pteromalus cerealellae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Pteromalidae |
| Size | 15-22mm | 1.5-3 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Indoors |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Great Yellow Bumblebee
A large strikingly yellow bumblebee with a band of darker hair. One of the rarest bumblebees in Britain.
Did You Know?
Now restricted to a few Scottish islands and the far north coast, having disappeared from 80 percent of its range.
Grain Moth Parasitoid
A small metallic parasitoid wasp that attacks stored-product moth larvae and pupae. It is found in grain stores and warehouses globally.
Did You Know?
This wasp can detect host larvae hidden inside grain kernels using chemical and vibrational cues.