Emerald Ash Borer Parasite vs Prionine Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emerald Ash Borer Parasite | Prionine Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spathius agrili | Agrianome spinicollis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 30-60 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Eastern North America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Emerald Ash Borer Parasite
A parasitoid wasp from China released in North America to combat the devastating emerald ash borer beetle. Females drill through bark to reach host larvae.
Did You Know?
It was approved for release in the US in 2007 as part of an emergency effort to save North American ash trees.
Prionine Longhorn Beetle
One of Australia's largest longhorn beetles with a robust brown body and spiny thorax. Its larvae are known as bardee grubs and were eaten by Aboriginal Australians.
Did You Know?
The large edible larvae were a traditional protein-rich food for Aboriginal peoples.