Flower Wasp vs Honeysuckle Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flower Wasp | Honeysuckle Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cerceris rybyensis | Zaraea fasciata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Crabronidae | Cimbicidae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flower Wasp
A solitary wasp that hunts small mining bees to provision its nest. Nests in sandy soil, often in dense aggregations. Distinguished from other wasps by its hunting specialization.
Did You Know?
Specializes in hunting mining bees (Andrena), catching them on flowers and carrying them back to its burrow.
Honeysuckle Sawfly
A moderately large sawfly with clubbed antennae and a dark body with pale markings. It is closely associated with honeysuckle plants.
Did You Know?
This is one of the smaller members of the Cimbicidae, a family mostly known for its large, robust species.