Provencal Burnet vs Spangle Gall Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Provencal Burnet | Spangle Gall Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygaena occitanica | Neuroterus quercusbaccarum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Zygaenidae | Cynipidae |
| Size | Wingspan 25-35mm | 1.5–2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Provencal Burnet
A small day-flying moth with dark blue-green metallic forewings bearing red spots and bright red hindwings. It contains hydrogen cyanide for defense.
Did You Know?
Both adults and larvae contain cyanide compounds making them toxic to birds and other predators at all life stages.
Spangle Gall Wasp
A tiny gall wasp that produces flat, disc-shaped spangle galls on the undersides of oak leaves. It alternates between two distinct gall forms across generations.
Did You Know?
A single oak leaf may carry over a hundred spangle galls, yet the tree suffers minimal harm.