Giant Green Lacewing vs Yellow Hornet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Green Lacewing | Yellow Hornet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nothochrysa fulviceps | Vespa simillima |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chrysopidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm wingspan | 21-28 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Central Europe, Northern Europe | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Giant Green Lacewing
One of the largest European lacewings with a tawny head and green body. An uncommon species associated with old-growth deciduous forest.
Did You Know?
Its dependence on old-growth forest makes it an indicator species for ancient woodland habitats.
Yellow Hornet
Known as 'ke-buchi-suzumebachi' in Japanese, a common hornet in Japan and Korea. Builds large paper nests in trees and under eaves. Less aggressive than the giant hornet but still capable of painful stings.
Did You Know?
This species is responsible for more wasp stings in Japan than any other species because it frequently builds nests near human habitations.