Spider-hunting Wasp vs Giant Scarites
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spider-hunting Wasp | Giant Scarites |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplius nigerrimus | Scarites gigas |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pompilidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 12-18mm | 30-45 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Mediterranean region (southern Europe, North Africa) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spider-hunting Wasp
A large all-black spider-hunting wasp that drags paralyzed wolf spiders back to its burrow.
Did You Know?
Paralyzes a wolf spider with a precise sting to the nerve ganglion then drags it backwards to its burrow.
Giant Scarites
One of the largest burrowing ground beetles, entirely shiny black with a massive head and powerful toothed mandibles. It is a formidable nocturnal predator of the Mediterranean region.
Did You Know?
It digs extensive burrow systems in sandy soil with its powerful forelegs and can be found guarding the entrance to its burrow like a miniature predator at its den.