Acorn Moth vs Common Pimpline Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Moth | Common Pimpline Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blastobasis glandulella | Pimpla hypochondriaca |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Blastobasidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 15–22 mm wingspan | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Acorn Moth
A small moth whose larvae bore into and consume the contents of acorns on the forest floor. It is common in oak woodlands across eastern North America.
Did You Know?
In heavy infestation years, it can destroy over half the acorn crop on the forest floor.
Common Pimpline Wasp
A stout black parasitoid wasp that attacks moth and butterfly pupae. It is one of the most frequently encountered ichneumonids in Europe.
Did You Know?
Females inject venom that permanently paralyzes the host pupa before laying an egg on it.