Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn vs Lissonota Ichneumon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn | Lissonota Ichneumon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapanthia villosoviridescens | Lissonota setosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 1-2 cm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Lissonota Ichneumon
A slender, reddish-brown ichneumon wasp that parasitizes moth larvae inside their shelters. Females have a long, flexible ovipositor. Found in woodland habitats.
Did You Know?
The flexible ovipositor can bend around obstacles to reach concealed moth larvae inside rolled leaves.