Mason Wasp vs Chimney Sweeper Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mason Wasp | Chimney Sweeper Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ancistrocerus nigricornis | Odezia atrata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mason Wasp
A small black and yellow solitary wasp that nests in pre-existing holes and hollow stems. It provisions each cell with paralyzed moth caterpillars.
Did You Know?
It readily uses artificial bee hotels, making it one of the easiest solitary wasps to attract to gardens.
Chimney Sweeper Moth
A small, entirely sooty-black day-flying moth with white-tipped wing fringes. It flies over grasslands where pignut grows.
Did You Know?
Its all-black coloration is unique among European geometrid moths and makes it instantly recognizable.