Ash Whitefly Parasitoid vs Psocid-like Dustywing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ash Whitefly Parasitoid | Psocid-like Dustywing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Encarsia inaron | Conwentzia psociformis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Eulophidae | Coniopterygidae |
| Size | 0.5-1 mm | 3-4 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ash Whitefly Parasitoid
A minute parasitoid wasp that attacks whitefly nymphs on ash trees and other hosts. It was introduced to California to control the ash whitefly.
Did You Know?
It successfully eliminated ash whitefly as a pest in southern California within just a few years of introduction.
Psocid-like Dustywing
A European dustywing named for its resemblance to psocids or booklice. Common on deciduous trees where it hunts mites on leaf surfaces.
Did You Know?
It is so small and moth-like that it was originally described as a psocid rather than a lacewing.