Gall Wasp vs Yellow-legged Ophion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gall Wasp | Yellow-legged Ophion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andricus quercuscalicis | Ophion scutellaris |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Parasitoids |
| 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.
Yellow-legged Ophion
A large orange-brown ichneumon wasp commonly attracted to light at night. Parasitizes large moth caterpillars. Has a laterally compressed, blade-like abdomen.
Did You Know?
One of the most commonly reported ichneumon wasps in houses, drawn to lights on summer evenings.