Canary-shouldered Thorn vs Mason Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Canary-shouldered Thorn | Mason Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ennomos alniaria | Ancistrocerus nigricornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Vespidae |
| Size | 35-42 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Canary-shouldered Thorn
An autumn moth with bright canary-yellow fur on its thorax and warm orange-yellow wings. When at rest with wings raised, it closely resembles a dead birch leaf.
Did You Know?
Its vivid yellow thoracic fur is unique among British geometrid moths and makes it instantly recognisable.
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.