Asian Xenid vs Halictid Stylops
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Xenid | Halictid Stylops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xenos oxyodontes | Stylops nassonowi |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Xenidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 3.0-4.5 mm (males) | 1.5-3.0 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Asian Xenid
A strepsipteran parasite of Ropalidia paper wasps in tropical Asia. It modifies host wasp social behavior and colony dynamics.
Did You Know?
Parasitized worker wasps become lazy freeloaders that beg food from nestmates instead of foraging.
Halictid Stylops
A twisted-wing parasite that targets sweat bees in the family Halictidae. Parasitized bees show altered behavior and suppressed reproduction.
Did You Know?
Parasitized bees are effectively castrated and their behavior changes so dramatically the phenomenon is called parasitic castration.