Lateral Longhorn Beetle vs Bald-faced Hornet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lateral Longhorn Beetle | Bald-faced Hornet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mastododera lateralis | Dolichovespula maculata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 20-35 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lateral Longhorn Beetle
A medium-sized longhorn beetle with dark elytra marked by pale lateral stripes along the sides. It has the characteristically long antennae of the cerambycid family.
Did You Know?
Like many longhorn beetles, the larvae can take several years to develop inside wood before emerging as adults.
Bald-faced Hornet
A large black and white social wasp that builds impressive football-sized paper nests in trees and on buildings. Despite its name, it is not a true hornet but a yellowjacket relative.
Did You Know?
Bald-faced hornets can squirt venom from their stinger into the eyes of nest intruders, causing temporary blindness and intense pain.