Fungus Weevil vs German Yellowjacket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fungus Weevil | German Yellowjacket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platyrhinus resinosus | Vespula germanica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Anthribidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 8-15 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America, South America, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fungus Weevil
A broad-nosed weevil with mottled brown and white patterning resembling tree bark. It is associated with fungus-infected deadwood.
Did You Know?
Males have antennae nearly as long as their entire body.
German Yellowjacket
A highly adaptable social wasp that has become one of the most widespread invasive insects globally. They build large enclosed paper nests in wall cavities and roof spaces.
Did You Know?
Indoor nests in heated buildings can survive winter and grow to enormous sizes containing over a million cells.