Lesser Banded Hornet vs Comb-horned Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Banded Hornet | Comb-horned Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vespa affinis | Ctenophora ornata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 22-30 mm | 15-25 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Banded Hornet
A medium-sized hornet with a dark body and bright orange-yellow abdominal bands. It builds large aerial nests in trees and on buildings throughout tropical Asia.
Did You Know?
Its aerial nests can grow to the size of a basketball and house several thousand workers.
Comb-horned Crane Fly
A striking wasp-mimicking crane fly with yellow and black abdominal bands. Males have elaborate comb-like antennae used to detect female pheromones.
Did You Know?
Its presence indicates ancient woodland because larvae require large-diameter decaying logs.