Chestnut Gall Wasp vs Cellophane Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chestnut Gall Wasp | Cellophane Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dryocosmus kuriphilus | Colletes thoracicus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Colletidae |
| Size | 2.5–3 mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Europe, North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Chestnut Gall Wasp
An invasive gall wasp from China that is the most damaging pest of chestnut trees worldwide. It induces galls on buds and leaves, reducing nut yields.
Did You Know?
It reproduces entirely through parthenogenesis; no males have ever been found in any population.
Cellophane Bee
A spring-flying plasterer bee native to eastern North America with dense reddish-brown thoracic hair. It lines its brood cells with a secreted polyester-like film.
Did You Know?
The transparent polyester lining it secretes is waterproof, fungus-resistant, and chemically similar to commercial plastic wrap.