Ribbon-winged Lacewing vs Yellow-legged Hornet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ribbon-winged Lacewing | Yellow-legged Hornet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nemoptera coa | Vespa velutina |
| Order | Neuroptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nemopteridae | Vespidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan (forewings) | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Greece, Turkey, Aegean Islands | East Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ribbon-winged Lacewing
A graceful Aegean lacewing with long ribbon-like hindwings and patterned forewings. Found on dry, flower-rich hillsides of Greek islands.
Did You Know?
It is a popular subject for nature photographers visiting the Greek islands in late spring.
Yellow-legged Hornet
An invasive Asian hornet with a dark body and yellow leg tips now spreading rapidly across Europe. It is a major predator of honeybees near hive entrances.
Did You Know?
Since arriving in France in 2004 in a shipment of pottery, it has spread to most of Western Europe.