Saxon Wasp vs Large Spring Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saxon Wasp | Large Spring Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichovespula saxonica | Dinocras cephalotes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Perlidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Northern Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Large Spring Stonefly
One of the largest European stoneflies with a distinctively broad, flattened head. Nymphs are apex invertebrate predators in upland streams.
Did You Know?
Despite their large wings, adults are poor fliers and prefer to run along streamside rocks.