Australian Beefly Robber vs Parasitic Wood Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Beefly Robber | Parasitic Wood Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blepharotes coriarius | Orussus abietinus |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Asilidae | Orussidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Beefly Robber
Australia's largest robber fly, heavily built with a dense covering of dark hair. It is a powerful predator capable of taking large beetles.
Did You Know?
It is so large and powerful that it has been observed catching and eating cicadas.
Parasitic Wood Wasp
A small, dark-bodied wasp-like insect with a flattened head and short antennae inserted below the eyes. It is among the most primitive parasitoid Hymenoptera.
Did You Know?
Orussidae are considered the evolutionary link between sawflies and parasitoid wasps, making them key to understanding Hymenoptera evolution.