Colorful Ichneumon vs Gall Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Colorful Ichneumon | Gall Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ichneumon sarcitorius | Andricus quercuscalicis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Cynipidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Colorful Ichneumon
A medium-sized ichneumon with a black body, yellow scutellum, and orange-tipped abdomen. It is one of the most commonly recorded ichneumons in Europe.
Did You Know?
Males are frequently seen on umbellifer flowers in late summer, making them one of the easiest ichneumons to observe.
Gall Wasp
A tiny wasp that induces knopper galls on oak acorns, deforming them completely.
Did You Know?
It has alternating sexual and asexual generations that produce different gall types.