Grain Moth Parasitoid vs Plum Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grain Moth Parasitoid | Plum Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pteromalus cerealellae | Hoplocampa flava |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pteromalidae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Orchards |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Grain Moth Parasitoid
A small metallic parasitoid wasp that attacks stored-product moth larvae and pupae. It is found in grain stores and warehouses globally.
Did You Know?
This wasp can detect host larvae hidden inside grain kernels using chemical and vibrational cues.
Plum Sawfly
A small, yellowish-brown sawfly that is a pest of plum orchards. Larvae bore into developing plum fruitlets, causing them to drop prematurely.
Did You Know?
Larvae can be detected by their distinctive wet frass, which oozes from entry holes in young plum fruitlets.