Net-winged Beetle vs Golden Paper Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Net-winged Beetle | Golden Paper Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteron reticulatum | Polistes fuscatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 10-18 mm | 15-21 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Net-winged Beetle
A toxic beetle with raised net-like veins on its elytra and aposematic coloration.
Did You Know?
It forms the model species in a large mimicry ring with moths and other beetles.
Golden Paper Wasp
A social wasp with highly variable facial markings used for individual recognition. It builds open paper nests under eaves and in sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few invertebrates scientifically proven to recognize individual faces.