Mason Wasp vs Dot Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mason Wasp | Dot Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ancistrocerus nigricornis | Melanchra persicariae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 38-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, Central Asia |
| 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.
Dot Moth
A dark bluish-black moth with a conspicuous white kidney-mark on each forewing. Its boldly marked appearance makes it easy to identify at light traps.
Did You Know?
The white dot on its dark wings is so prominent it can be identified from several feet away.