Horntail Wasp vs Winter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Horntail Wasp | Winter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Urocerus gigas | Prenolepis imparis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Siricidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Horntail Wasp
A large wood wasp that injects symbiotic fungus into trees along with its eggs.
Did You Know?
The injected fungus softens the wood to make it digestible for the larvae.
Winter Ant
A small brown ant unique for being most active during cold months when other ants are dormant. Replete workers store liquid food in distended abdomens for the colony.
Did You Know?
They hold their nuptial flights in late winter or early spring, sometimes walking over snow to mate.