Encyrtus Scale Parasite vs Small Scissor Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Encyrtus Scale Parasite | Small Scissor Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Encyrtus infelix | Chelostoma florisomne |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Encyrtidae | Megachilidae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Mediterranean, North America, Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Encyrtus Scale Parasite
A parasitoid wasp that attacks soft scale insects on citrus and ornamental trees. It was among the earliest parasitoids used in classical biological control programs.
Did You Know?
Its introduction to California in the late 1800s was one of the pioneering successes of classical biological control.
Small Scissor Bee
A slender black solitary bee that nests in beetle borings in dead wood. It is a specialist pollinator of buttercups.
Did You Know?
Males often sleep inside buttercup flowers at night, clinging to the petals as they close.