Dibrachys Pupal Parasite vs Indian Spider Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dibrachys Pupal Parasite | Indian Spider Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dibrachys cavus | Hemipepsis tamisieri |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pteromalidae | Pompilidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 mm | 25-45 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia | Africa, Middle East |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Dibrachys Pupal Parasite
A gregarious parasitoid wasp that attacks the pupae and cocoons of many different insect hosts. It is a generalist and sometimes acts as a hyperparasitoid of other beneficial wasps.
Did You Know?
It has one of the broadest host ranges of any parasitoid wasp, recorded from over 100 different insect species.
Indian Spider Wasp
A large dark-winged spider wasp from Africa and the Middle East that hunts large burrowing spiders. It is one of the biggest pompilids in the Old World.
Did You Know?
Like its American tarantula hawk relatives, it possesses one of the most painful stings of any African insect.