Tree Bumblebee vs Ragweed Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tree Bumblebee | Ragweed Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus hypnorum | Zygogramma suturalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 11-18mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America (native), introduced to Russia, China, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tree Bumblebee
A distinctive bumblebee with a brown thorax, black abdomen and white tail. Often nests in bird boxes.
Did You Know?
A recent and rapid colonizer of Britain since 2001, frequently nesting in bird boxes and roof spaces.
Ragweed Leaf Beetle
A brown beetle with dark longitudinal stripes on the elytra, introduced to several countries as a biocontrol agent against common ragweed. Both adults and larvae feed on ragweed foliage.
Did You Know?
It was introduced from North America to the former Soviet Union in the 1970s as biological control against ragweed, a major hay fever allergen source.