Corn Earworm Egg Parasitoid vs Brown Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Corn Earworm Egg Parasitoid | Brown Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichogramma pretiosum | Euschistus servus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Trichogrammatidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 0.3-0.5 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Corn Earworm Egg Parasitoid
A microscopic egg parasitoid wasp used extensively against cotton bollworm and corn earworm. It is the most commercially produced beneficial insect in the Americas.
Did You Know?
Millions of these wasps are released per hectare in a single application for pest control.
Brown Stink Bug
A dull brownish shield bug common throughout North America. It has a typical pentatomid shape with slightly pointed shoulders. It is a significant pest of cotton, soybeans, and corn.
Did You Know?
This species overwinters as an adult under leaf litter and can survive temperatures well below freezing.