Fairy Wasp vs Triatoma gerstaeckeri
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fairy Wasp | Triatoma gerstaeckeri |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Kikiki huna | Triatoma gerstaeckeri |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Mymaridae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 0.13-0.18 mm | 20-26 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Oceania | Texas, Northern Mexico |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Fairy Wasp
One of the smallest known insects in the world at just 0.15 millimeters long.
Did You Know?
It is smaller than some single-celled protozoans.
Triatoma gerstaeckeri
The most common kissing bug in Texas, frequently found infected with Trypanosoma cruzi. It inhabits woodrat nests and readily enters peridomestic structures.
Did You Know?
Over 50% of individuals collected in Texas have been found naturally infected with the Chagas disease parasite.