Hornet Moth vs Round-necked Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hornet Moth | Round-necked Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sesia apiformis | Neoclytus acuminatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sesiidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 33-48 mm wingspan | 8-18 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Eastern North America; invasive in Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hornet Moth
A clearwing moth that is a near-perfect mimic of the European hornet.
Did You Know?
It even buzzes and moves its abdomen like a hornet when disturbed.
Round-necked Longhorn
A reddish-brown cerambycid with narrow yellowish crossbands on the elytra, native to eastern North America but now invasive in parts of Europe. It breeds in freshly dead hardwood and is frequently found in stored firewood.
Did You Know?
This beetle has spread to Europe through the timber trade and is now established in parts of Italy and the Balkans.