Gall Wasp vs Small Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gall Wasp | Small Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andricus quercuscalicis | Apterygida media |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Small Earwig
A small reddish-brown earwig found in woodland leaf litter across Europe. Males have strongly curved forceps while females have nearly straight ones.
Did You Know?
The dramatic difference in forceps shape between males and females is one of the most pronounced sexual dimorphisms among earwigs.