Long-horned Antlion vs Saxon Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-horned Antlion | Saxon Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Distoleon tetragrammicus | Dolichovespula saxonica |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Myrmeleontidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm body, 60-75 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-horned Antlion
A large antlion with intricately patterned wings and long clubbed antennae. Unlike most antlions, the larvae do not build pit traps.
Did You Know?
Its larvae hide just beneath the sand surface and lunge at passing prey rather than using pit traps.
Saxon Wasp
A social wasp that builds distinctive grey football-shaped nests in trees and bushes. It is generally docile and its colonies die off naturally by late summer.
Did You Know?
It was first confirmed breeding in Britain only in 1987, having expanded its range from mainland Europe.