Blue Mormon vs Mason Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Mormon | Mason Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio polymnestor | Ancistrocerus nigricornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 120-150 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka) | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Mormon
A large, spectacular swallowtail butterfly with deep black wings overlaid with brilliant blue bands. It is one of the largest butterflies in India and the state butterfly of Maharashtra.
Did You Know?
The Blue Mormon is the state butterfly of Maharashtra and is protected under Indian wildlife law in certain states.
Mason Wasp
A small black and yellow solitary wasp that nests in pre-existing holes and hollow stems. It provisions each cell with paralyzed moth caterpillars.
Did You Know?
It readily uses artificial bee hotels, making it one of the easiest solitary wasps to attract to gardens.