Lesser Banded Hornet vs Large-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Banded Hornet | Large-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vespa affinis | Psocus leidyi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Psocidae |
| Size | 22-30 mm | 3.0-5.0 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Large-winged Barklouse
A conspicuous barklouse with large patterned wings found on deciduous trees. Adults are active in late summer and autumn.
Did You Know?
Despite their delicate appearance, winged barklice are surprisingly strong fliers and are attracted to lights at night.