Juniper Hairstreak vs Mason Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Juniper Hairstreak | Mason Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callophrys gryneus | Ancistrocerus nigricornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 22-30 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern and central United States wherever red cedar grows | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Juniper Hairstreak
A small green hairstreak butterfly with intricate white line patterns on its hindwing underside. Its bright green underside provides camouflage among cedar foliage.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar perfectly matches the green of cedar foliage and is nearly impossible to spot among the needles.
Mason Wasp
A small black and yellow solitary wasp that nests in pre-existing holes and hollow stems. It provisions each cell with paralyzed moth caterpillars.
Did You Know?
It readily uses artificial bee hotels, making it one of the easiest solitary wasps to attract to gardens.