Malagasy Paper Wasp vs Polydrusus Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Paper Wasp | Polydrusus Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polistes olivaceus | Polydrusus sericeus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 5-8mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malagasy Paper Wasp
A slender wasp with an olive-brown body, long dangling legs, and narrow waist. It builds small, exposed paper nests from chewed plant fibers on the underside of leaves and eaves.
Did You Know?
Females establish dominance hierarchies on the nest, with the queen maintaining her rank through aggressive posturing and antenna drumming.
Polydrusus Weevil
A small weevil covered in brilliant green scales that sparkle in sunlight. It is commonly found on birch and hazel trees.
Did You Know?
The green coloring comes from tiny iridescent scales that rub off easily leaving the beetle looking dull brown underneath.