Giant Orange Ichneumon vs Oak Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Orange Ichneumon | Oak Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Netelia producta | Platycotis vittata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Parasitoids |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Orange Ichneumon
A large, uniformly orange ichneumon wasp commonly attracted to lights. It parasitizes caterpillars of owlet moths and geometrid moths.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most frequently encountered ichneumon wasps at porch lights across North America during summer.
Oak Treehopper
A colorful treehopper that feeds on oak twigs in eastern North America. Females exhibit maternal care by straddling their egg masses to protect them from parasitoids.
Did You Know?
Color morphs range from turquoise to red-orange depending on the population.