Japanese Giant Hornet vs Black Slip Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Giant Hornet | Black Slip Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vespa mandarinia japonica | Pimpla instigator |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 35-55 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Giant Hornet
The largest hornet in the world, capable of destroying an entire honey bee colony in hours. A small group of 30 hornets can massacre 30,000 bees.
Did You Know?
Japanese honey bees defend against these hornets by swarming a scout and vibrating their muscles to cook it alive at 46°C.
Black Slip Wasp
A medium-sized black ichneumon wasp that parasitizes butterfly and moth pupae. Uses its ovipositor to penetrate through cocoons. A common and widespread species.
Did You Know?
Can drill its ovipositor through tough pupal cases and silk cocoons to reach the developing insect inside.