Aphidius Wasp vs Giant Resin Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aphidius Wasp | Giant Resin Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphidius colemani | Megachile sculpturalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 14-24 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | East Asia, North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Aphidius Wasp
A minute parasitoid wasp widely used in greenhouses to control aphid pests. A single female can parasitize over 300 aphids in her lifetime.
Did You Know?
Parasitized aphids turn into hardened golden-brown shells called 'mummies' from which new wasps emerge.
Giant Resin Bee
A large solitary bee originally from East Asia now invasive in North America and Europe. It uses tree resin and mud to seal its nesting cavities.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in the US in 1994 and has spread rapidly across the eastern states.