White-tailed Bumblebee vs Nomada Cuckoo Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-tailed Bumblebee | Nomada Cuckoo Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bombus lucorum | Nomada marshamella |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Apidae | Apidae |
| Size | 11-20mm | 9-12mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White-tailed Bumblebee
A common bumblebee with two yellow bands and a white tail. Part of a complex of similar-looking species.
Did You Know?
Actually comprises three nearly identical species only reliably separated by DNA analysis or chemical signatures.
Nomada Cuckoo Bee
A wasp-like cuckoo bee with red and black markings that sneaks into andrena bee nests to lay its eggs.
Did You Know?
Mimics a wasp in appearance and behavior to avoid detection while sneaking into the nests of mining bees.