Elm Leaf Beetle vs Long-tailed Giant Ichneumon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elm Leaf Beetle | Long-tailed Giant Ichneumon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthogaleruca luteola | Megarhyssa atrata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 30-50 mm body, ovipositor up to 130 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, introduced worldwide | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Elm Leaf Beetle
A yellowish-green beetle with dark stripes along its elytra. Both adults and larvae feed on elm leaves, sometimes causing severe defoliation.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can strip an elm tree of nearly all its leaves in a single season.
Long-tailed Giant Ichneumon
A large dark-bodied ichneumonid wasp found in eastern North America. Females bore through bark to parasitize pigeon tremex horntail larvae.
Did You Know?
Multiple females often congregate on the same dead tree, drilling simultaneously for hosts.