Alfalfa Weevil Parasitoid vs Keeled Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alfalfa Weevil Parasitoid | Keeled Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bathyplectes curculionis | Entylia carinata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | North America, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alfalfa Weevil Parasitoid
A small parasitoid wasp that attacks alfalfa weevil larvae in North America. It was introduced from Europe as a classical biological control agent.
Did You Know?
This wasp reduced alfalfa weevil populations by over 75% in some areas after its introduction.
Keeled Treehopper
A small, flattened treehopper with a pronounced dorsal keel running along its pronotum. It is widespread across the Americas on many host plants.
Did You Know?
Its flat, leaf-like profile makes it look like a tiny bump or bud on a plant stem.