Tau Emerald vs European Beewolf
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tau Emerald | European Beewolf |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemicordulia tau | Philanthus triangulum |
| Order | Odonata | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Corduliidae | Crabronidae |
| Size | 55-60mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Oceania | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Tau Emerald
A metallic emerald-green dragonfly with bright green eyes and a distinctive T-shaped yellow marking on the abdomen. It is one of the most common dragonflies in Australia. Males patrol relentlessly.
Did You Know?
The yellow tau-shaped mark on its abdomen gives it both its scientific and common name.
European Beewolf
A large, striking yellow-and-black solitary wasp that specialises in hunting honeybees. Females paralyse bees in flight and carry them back to sandy burrow nests.
Did You Know?
Females embalm their honeybee prey with an antifungal secretion to keep it fresh for their larvae.