Keyhole Wasp vs Tiger Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Keyhole Wasp | Tiger Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachodynerus nasidens | Nephrotoma flavescens |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 13-18 mm body length |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Americas, introduced to Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Keyhole Wasp
A mud-nesting wasp notorious for building nests inside aircraft pitot tubes. It has caused aviation incidents by blocking airspeed sensors.
Did You Know?
Brisbane Airport installed covers on aircraft sensors specifically because of this species.
Tiger Crane Fly
A striking yellow crane fly with bold black stripes on the thorax. Adults are commonly found basking on sunny foliage in summer.
Did You Know?
Its bold yellow and black thoracic stripes make it the most colorful European crane fly.