Double-banded Scoliid vs Golden Paper Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Double-banded Scoliid | Golden Paper Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scolia bicincta | Polistes fuscatus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Scoliidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 15-21 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Double-banded Scoliid
A robust black wasp with two prominent yellow bands across the abdomen. It is a beneficial garden insect that parasitizes scarab beetle grubs in lawns.
Did You Know?
Gardeners often mistake it for a dangerous wasp, but it is actually a beneficial predator of lawn-destroying grubs.
Golden Paper Wasp
A social wasp with highly variable facial markings used for individual recognition. It builds open paper nests under eaves and in sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few invertebrates scientifically proven to recognize individual faces.