Bean Aphid Parasite vs Singing Water Boatman
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bean Aphid Parasite | Singing Water Boatman |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lysiphlebus fabarum | Micronecta scholtzi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Corixidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 2 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bean Aphid Parasite
A minute braconid wasp that parasitizes black bean aphids and related species. Some populations reproduce asexually, consisting entirely of females.
Did You Know?
Certain populations are entirely female and reproduce through parthenogenesis caused by infection with Wolbachia bacteria.
Singing Water Boatman
The loudest animal relative to body size on Earth. This 2 mm aquatic bug produces mating calls reaching 99.2 decibels by rubbing its genitalia against its abdomen.
Did You Know?
This tiny water bug produces 99 dB of sound by stridulating with its penis — making it the loudest animal relative to body size, and earning it a Guinness World Record.