Cedar Beetle vs Common Pimpline Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cedar Beetle | Common Pimpline Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sandalus niger | Pimpla hypochondriaca |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Rhipiceridae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 15-24 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Parasitoids |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cedar Beetle
A parasitoid beetle whose larvae feed on cicada nymphs underground.
Did You Know?
Adults have no functional mouthparts and live only long enough to mate.
Common Pimpline Wasp
A stout black parasitoid wasp that attacks moth and butterfly pupae. It is one of the most frequently encountered ichneumonids in Europe.
Did You Know?
Females inject venom that permanently paralyzes the host pupa before laying an egg on it.