Yellow-legged Hornet vs Oak Processionary Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-legged Hornet | Oak Processionary Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vespa velutina | Thaumetopoea processionea |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Oak Processionary Moth
A moth whose caterpillars march nose-to-tail in long processions along tree branches.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar hairs cause severe allergic reactions and rashes in humans.