Field Digger Wasp vs Shadow Darner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Field Digger Wasp | Shadow Darner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mellinus arvensis | Aeshna umbrosa |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Crabronidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 10-14mm | 65-75 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Field Digger Wasp
A yellow and black wasp that nests in sandy soil and provisions each cell with paralyzed hoverflies.
Did You Know?
Digs a nest burrow in bare sandy soil and stocks each cell with 5-8 precisely paralyzed hoverflies.
Shadow Darner
A large, dark darner that hunts in shaded forest edges during evening hours. It is widespread across North America in wooded habitats.
Did You Know?
It is a crepuscular hunter, most active during the dim lighting of dawn and dusk.