Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn vs Giant Ichneumon Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn | Giant Ichneumon Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapanthia villosoviridescens | Dolichomitus imperator |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 1-2 cm | 20-40 mm body, 70 mm ovipositor |
| Habitat | Meadows | Forests |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn
A longhorn beetle covered in golden-green hairs found in European meadows. Larvae develop inside the stems of thistles and hogweed.
Did You Know?
Its golden pubescence wears off with age, making older beetles appear darker and plainer.
Giant Ichneumon Wasp
A parasitoid wasp with an ovipositor longer than its body used to drill into wood.
Did You Know?
It detects beetle larvae vibrations through several centimeters of solid wood.