



Trichodes apiarius
The Bee-eating Beetle is a colorful little bug that loves to eat bees! It has bright colors that help it blend into flowers and stay safe from predators.
Habitat: Urban areas
The Bee-eating Beetle has a striking appearance with a metallic blue-black body marked by two prominent bright orange or red bands across its wing cases. Its head and thorax are also dark, often with a subtle metallic sheen. This vivid coloration distinguishes it from many other beetles.




Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Adult beetles are quick and can grab flying bees right out of the air!
Its larvae are sneaky house guests, living and eating inside the nests of bees!
The bright colors on its body are a clear warning sign to hungry birds and lizards!
These beetles are sometimes called 'bee wolves' because of their hunting skills!
Bee-eating Beetle can rapidly spot flying bees because of its excellent eyesight, allowing it to ambush prey from flowers.
Bee-eating Beetle has vivid red and black markings that warn predators it tastes bad or might be toxic, protecting it.
Bee-eating Beetle larvae can sneak into bee and wasp nests to feed on the developing young and their stored food.
Adults eat nectar and pollen, and hunt bees; larvae eat bee larvae and stored honey/pollen.
Age differences: Larvae are carnivorous, feeding on bee larvae and stored food in nests, while adults also consume nectar and pollen.
Apis mellifera
Adult beetles actively hunt and consume adult honey bees.
Bombus terrestris
May also prey on other large social bees like bumblebees.
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Osmia bicornis
Larvae infest nests of solitary bees, consuming their offspring and provisions.
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
An ambush predator hunts by patiently waiting and concealing itself, then launching a sudden attack when unsuspecting prey comes within range.
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Danger
1/5 · Very low
Be gentle and watch from a distance; they are small and delicate.
18-32 mm
9-16 mm
30-60 days
Adults eat nectar and pollen, and hunt bees; larvae eat bee larvae and stored honey/pollen.
Urban areas
Pursuit
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