Citrus Leafminer Parasitoid vs Horse Chestnut Leafminer Parasitoid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Citrus Leafminer Parasitoid | Horse Chestnut Leafminer Parasitoid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cirrospilus ingenuus | Pnigalio agraules |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Eulophidae | Eulophidae |
| Size | 1-1.5 mm | 1-2 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Asia, Africa, Americas, Australia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Citrus Leafminer Parasitoid
A tiny ectoparasitoid wasp that attacks citrus leafminer larvae inside their leaf mines. It has been introduced to many citrus-growing regions.
Did You Know?
The wasp stings through the leaf tissue to paralyze the leafminer larva hiding inside.
Horse Chestnut Leafminer Parasitoid
A small metallic-green ectoparasitoid wasp that attacks leafminer larvae inside leaf mines. It has a broad host range across many leafminer species.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few natural enemies that attacks the invasive horse chestnut leafminer in Europe.