European Corn Borer Egg Parasitoid vs Processionary Caterpillar Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Corn Borer Egg Parasitoid | Processionary Caterpillar Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichogramma ostriniae | Ochrogaster lunifer |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Trichogrammatidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 0.3-0.5 mm | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia, North America | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
European Corn Borer Egg Parasitoid
A tiny egg parasitoid wasp native to Asia and introduced to North America for corn borer control. It searches corn leaves methodically for host eggs.
Did You Know?
It preferentially attacks the European corn borer over most other moth species, making it highly targeted.
Processionary Caterpillar Moth
A moth whose caterpillars are famous for travelling in long, nose-to-tail processions through the Australian bush. The larvae are covered in irritating hairs that can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
Did You Know?
Processions of caterpillars can stretch for metres and contain hundreds of individuals following a silk trail left by the leader.