African Sand Wasp vs Glandon Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Sand Wasp | Glandon Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bembix capensis | Agriades glandon |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Crabronidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 20-26 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Alps, Pyrenees, Rocky Mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Sand Wasp
A fast-flying sand wasp with black and yellow banding that nests in sandy ground. Females provision nests with captured flies.
Did You Know?
Females progressively feed their developing larvae with fresh flies over several days, unlike most wasps that mass-provision.
Glandon Blue
A tiny high-altitude blue butterfly with distinctive underside spotting. It flies close to the ground in exposed alpine habitats.
Did You Know?
It has been recorded flying at over 3600 meters in the Alps.