Yellow-legged Ophion vs Tiger Crane Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-legged Ophion | Tiger Crane Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ophion scutellaris | Nephrotoma flavescens |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Tipulidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 13-18 mm body length |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow-legged Ophion
A large orange-brown ichneumon wasp commonly attracted to light at night. Parasitizes large moth caterpillars. Has a laterally compressed, blade-like abdomen.
Did You Know?
One of the most commonly reported ichneumon wasps in houses, drawn to lights on summer evenings.
Tiger Crane Fly
A striking yellow crane fly with bold black stripes on the thorax. Adults are commonly found basking on sunny foliage in summer.
Did You Know?
Its bold yellow and black thoracic stripes make it the most colorful European crane fly.