Brachymeria Chalcid vs Rentz's Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brachymeria Chalcid | Rentz's Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachymeria intermedia | Ctenomorpha marginipennis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Chalcididae | Phasmatidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 150-200mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Brachymeria Chalcid
A stocky black chalcid wasp that is a hyperparasitoid, attacking other parasitoid wasps inside their hosts. It has become a significant pupal parasitoid of the gypsy moth.
Did You Know?
It is a parasitoid that parasitizes other parasitoids, making it a hyperparasitoid with a complex trophic role.
Rentz's Stick Insect
An extremely long Australian stick insect that can reach over 20cm in body length. It is bright green with a smooth cylindrical body. Males are much smaller and can fly with well-developed wings.
Did You Know?
Females drop their eggs from the tree canopy to the forest floor, where ants collect and bury them, aiding dispersal.