American Wasp Xenid vs Bee Stylops
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | American Wasp Xenid | Bee Stylops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xenos peckii | Stylops pacificus |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Xenidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 3.0-5.0 mm (males) | 2.0-3.5 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
American Wasp Xenid
A parasite of paper wasps in eastern North America, commonly found in Polistes fuscatus colonies. It dramatically alters host wasp behavior.
Did You Know?
Up to 40% of paper wasps in some colonies can be parasitized by this twisted-wing parasite.
Bee Stylops
A strepsipteran parasite of Andrena bees in western North America. Males emerge as tiny winged adults that live for only a few hours.
Did You Know?
Male strepsipterans have the shortest adult lifespan of any insect, often living less than five hours.