Blue-winged Scoliid Wasp vs Macedonian Grayling
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue-winged Scoliid Wasp | Macedonian Grayling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scolia dubia | Pseudochazara cingovskii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scoliidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 4-5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North Macedonia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Blue-winged Scoliid Wasp
A black and reddish-brown wasp with iridescent blue wings commonly seen on flowers in late summer. It parasitizes green June beetle and Japanese beetle grubs.
Did You Know?
It is one of the best natural controls for Japanese beetle grubs, which are major lawn and garden pests.
Macedonian Grayling
A rare grayling butterfly found only on a few limestone hillsides in North Macedonia. It flies low over rocky ground in midsummer.
Did You Know?
Its total known range covers less than 10 square kilometers of stony hillside.