Fall Webworm vs Long-horned Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fall Webworm | Long-horned Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyphantria cunea | Eucera longicornis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Apidae |
| Size | 25-42 mm wingspan | 13-16 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
Fall Webworm
A native North American moth whose caterpillars build communal silk webs on tree branches. It has become invasive in Europe and Asia.
Did You Know?
Unlike tent caterpillars, fall webworm nests enclose the foliage the larvae are feeding on.
Long-horned Bee
Males are unmistakable with their extraordinarily long antennae, nearly as long as the body. It nests in the ground in warm, sunny grasslands.
Did You Know?
The male's enormously long antennae are thought to help detect female pheromones at greater distances.