European Spider Wasp vs Thread-winged Antlion Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Spider Wasp | Thread-winged Antlion Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Episyron albonotatum | Croce filipennis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Pompilidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 15-20 mm forewing; hindwings up to 80 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Heathland |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
European Spider Wasp
A medium-sized black spider wasp with white markings that hunts orb-weaving spiders across Europe. It nests in sandy soil near the edges of paths.
Did You Know?
It carries captured spiders by flying short distances while holding them underneath its body.
Thread-winged Antlion Lacewing
A bizarre nemopterid with extremely long, thread-like hindwings. Males have hindwings that can be several times their body length.
Did You Know?
Its hindwings can be four times longer than the forewings, trailing behind like fine threads.