European Xiphydriid vs Green Tree Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Xiphydriid | Green Tree Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xiphydria longicollis | Oecophylla smaragdina subnitida |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Xiphydriidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Northern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
European Xiphydriid
A slender wood wasp with a notably elongated pronotum giving it a long-necked appearance. The body is dark with pale lateral spots on the abdomen.
Did You Know?
The elongated 'neck' that gives xiphydriids their distinctive appearance is actually an elongation of the pronotum, unique among wood wasps.
Green Tree Ant
An Australian subspecies of the Asian weaver ant with distinctive bright green coloring. Indigenous Australians have traditionally eaten them and used their nests for medicinal purposes.
Did You Know?
They taste like lime or lemongrass due to their high formic acid content and are eaten as bush food in northern Australia.