Honeysuckle Sawfly vs Yellow-legged Hornet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Honeysuckle Sawfly | Yellow-legged Hornet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zaraea fasciata | Vespa velutina |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cimbicidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | East Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Honeysuckle Sawfly
A moderately large sawfly with clubbed antennae and a dark body with pale markings. It is closely associated with honeysuckle plants.
Did You Know?
This is one of the smaller members of the Cimbicidae, a family mostly known for its large, robust species.
Yellow-legged Hornet
An invasive Asian hornet with a dark body and yellow leg tips now spreading rapidly across Europe. It is a major predator of honeybees near hive entrances.
Did You Know?
Since arriving in France in 2004 in a shipment of pottery, it has spread to most of Western Europe.