Median Wasp vs Red-tipped Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Median Wasp | Red-tipped Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichovespula media | Malachius bipustulatus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Melyridae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Median Wasp
A large social wasp that builds aerial paper nests in trees and shrubs across Europe. They are less aggressive than yellowjackets and colonies typically contain around 200 workers.
Did You Know?
Their nests are beautifully layered with bands of different colored paper made from various wood sources.
Red-tipped Flower Beetle
A small metallic green beetle with bright red tips on each elytron. Males can evert orange vesicles from their thorax as a display.
Did You Know?
Males produce pheromone-laden secretions from thoracic vesicles that females lick during courtship.