Narrow-banded Hoverfly vs Japanese Spider Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Narrow-banded Hoverfly | Japanese Spider Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Meliscaeva auricollis | Batozonellus lacerticida |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Syrphidae | Pompilidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia, Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Narrow-banded Hoverfly
A small hoverfly with narrow yellow crescent markings on a dark abdomen. It is among the first hoverflies to appear in spring.
Did You Know?
Adults can be seen flying as early as February in mild winters.
Japanese Spider Wasp
A large black spider wasp with yellow-banded legs found across Eurasia. It hunts large orb-weaver spiders and provisions underground burrows with its prey.
Did You Know?
It specifically targets large Argiope garden spiders, plucking them directly from their webs.