European Corn Borer Parasite vs Black Field Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Corn Borer Parasite | Black Field Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrocentrus grandii | Teleogryllus commodus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Gryllidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | Body 25-30 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Australia, New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
European Corn Borer Parasite
A slender braconid wasp introduced to North America to control the European corn borer. It lays polyembryonic eggs that multiply inside the host caterpillar.
Did You Know?
A single egg divides into up to 30 genetically identical larvae inside the host through polyembryony.
Black Field Cricket
A common black cricket whose chirping song is a familiar sound of Australian summer nights. It is widespread across Australia and has been introduced to New Zealand.
Did You Know?
Females choose mates based on the quality and complexity of the male's chirping song.