Cotesia Glomerata Wasp vs White Ermine
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cotesia Glomerata Wasp | White Ermine |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cotesia glomerata | Spilosoma lubricipeda |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 34-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America, Australia | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cotesia Glomerata Wasp
A small gregarious parasitoid wasp that attacks cabbage white butterfly caterpillars. Dozens of larvae develop inside a single host.
Did You Know?
Up to 60 wasp larvae can emerge from a single caterpillar, spinning yellow cocoons around the dying host.
White Ermine
A pure white moth peppered with variable black dots, resembling ermine fur. The number of spots varies greatly between individuals.
Did You Know?
Some individuals have so few spots they appear nearly pure white, while others are heavily marked.