Gall Wasp vs Giant Ichneumon Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gall Wasp | Giant Ichneumon Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andricus quercuscalicis | Dolichomitus imperator |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 20-40 mm body, 70 mm ovipositor |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gall Wasp
A tiny wasp that induces knopper galls on oak acorns, deforming them completely.
Did You Know?
It has alternating sexual and asexual generations that produce different gall types.
Giant Ichneumon Wasp
A parasitoid wasp with an ovipositor longer than its body used to drill into wood.
Did You Know?
It detects beetle larvae vibrations through several centimeters of solid wood.