Giant Orange Ichneumon vs Twolined Chestnut Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Orange Ichneumon | Twolined Chestnut Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Netelia producta | Agrilus bilineatus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 5–12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Twolined Chestnut Borer
A jewel beetle that attacks stressed oaks and chestnuts in eastern North America. It is named for two pale stripes running along its wing covers.
Did You Know?
Drought-stressed oaks are highly susceptible, and repeated attacks over two to three years can kill large trees.