Double-banded Scoliid vs Silver-ground Carpet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Double-banded Scoliid | Silver-ground Carpet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scolia bicincta | Xanthorhoe montanata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scoliidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 26-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe |
| 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.
Silver-ground Carpet
A common and attractive geometer moth frequently disturbed from vegetation during daytime walks. White with grey-brown central band. Found in a variety of habitats from gardens to mountains.
Did You Know?
Commonly flushed from undergrowth when walking through tall vegetation, flying a short distance before resettling.