Spider-hunting Wasp vs Tellkampf's Cave Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spider-hunting Wasp | Tellkampf's Cave Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplius nigerrimus | Neaphaenops tellkampfi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pompilidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 12-18mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Caves |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Tellkampf's Cave Beetle
A predatory blind cave beetle endemic to Kentucky's Mammoth Cave region. It feeds primarily on eggs of cave crickets.
Did You Know?
It tracks down cave cricket eggs buried in sandy cave floors using chemical cues.