Filigreed Stick Mantis vs Spruce Budworm Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Filigreed Stick Mantis | Spruce Budworm Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Toxodera fimbriata | Meteorus trachynotus |
| Order | Mantodea | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Toxoderidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 75-100 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Indonesia, Malaysia | North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Filigreed Stick Mantis
A stick mantis from Southeast Asia with fringed edges along its thorax and legs. The fringes break up its body outline among dead twigs and branches.
Did You Know?
Its fringed body margins are more elaborate than any other species in the genus.
Spruce Budworm Parasite
A small brown braconid wasp that is a key natural enemy of the spruce budworm in North American boreal forests. It suspends its cocoon on a silk thread from the host.
Did You Know?
Its cocoon dangles from a silk thread like a tiny pendulum, which may protect it from ground-dwelling predators.