Spider-hunting Wasp vs Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spider-hunting Wasp | Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplius nigerrimus | Megachile willughbiella |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pompilidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 12-18mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Central Asia |
| 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.
Willoughby's Leafcutter Bee
A large, furry leafcutter bee common across Europe that nests in a variety of above-ground cavities. It is named after the 17th-century English naturalist Francis Willughby.
Did You Know?
Females have been recorded cutting leaf pieces from over 20 different plant species to construct a single nest.