Globular Tachinid vs Black Ichneumon Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Globular Tachinid | Black Ichneumon Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnosoma rotundatum | Coelichneumon deliratorius |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Globular Tachinid
A distinctive round-bodied parasitic fly colored bright orange-red with black markings. Parasitizes shieldbugs. One of the most easily recognized tachinid flies.
Did You Know?
The unusually round, bright orange body makes this one of the most recognizable parasitic flies.
Black Ichneumon Wasp
A large, entirely black ichneumon wasp with a robust build. It is a solitary parasitoid of large moth pupae hidden in soil.
Did You Know?
Its all-black coloration makes it one of the most imposing-looking ichneumon wasps in Europe.