Saxon Wasp vs Ant-Mimicking Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saxon Wasp | Ant-Mimicking Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichovespula saxonica | Cyphonia clavata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Saxon Wasp
A social wasp that builds distinctive grey football-shaped nests in trees and bushes. It is generally docile and its colonies die off naturally by late summer.
Did You Know?
It was first confirmed breeding in Britain only in 1987, having expanded its range from mainland Europe.
Ant-Mimicking Treehopper
A treehopper with a pronotal projection shaped like an ant sitting on its back. The ant mimic is thought to deter predators from attacking.
Did You Know?
The "ant" on its back is actually a hollow extension of its pronotum viewed from certain angles.