Grain Moth Parasitoid vs Red-legged Pimpla
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grain Moth Parasitoid | Red-legged Pimpla |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pteromalus cerealellae | Pimpla rufipes |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pteromalidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 1.5-3 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Heathland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| 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.
Red-legged Pimpla
A robust black ichneumon wasp with distinctive reddish-orange legs. It parasitizes a wide range of moth and butterfly pupae.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most generalist ichneumon wasps, recorded parasitizing over 100 different host species.