Common Pimpline Wasp vs Bornean Flat-horned Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Pimpline Wasp | Bornean Flat-horned Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pimpla hypochondriaca | Gnaphaloryx squalidus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Bornean Flat-horned Beetle
A compact stag beetle with a broad, flattened body perfectly adapted for living under bark. It is dark reddish-brown with flattened mandibles and ridged elytra for grip in tight spaces.
Did You Know?
Its extremely flat body allows it to squeeze into crevices less than 5 mm wide between bark and wood.