Potter Wasp vs Glandon Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Potter Wasp | Glandon Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delta unguiculatum | Agriades glandon |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 20-26 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Mountains |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa, Middle East | Alps, Pyrenees, Rocky Mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Potter Wasp
A solitary wasp that constructs small urn-shaped mud nests on walls and branches. Each pot is provisioned with paralyzed caterpillars for a single larva.
Did You Know?
Ancient Greek potters may have been inspired by these wasps' elegant mud vessels.
Glandon Blue
A tiny high-altitude blue butterfly with distinctive underside spotting. It flies close to the ground in exposed alpine habitats.
Did You Know?
It has been recorded flying at over 3600 meters in the Alps.