Greenhouse Whitefly Parasitoid vs Alder Cimbicid Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Greenhouse Whitefly Parasitoid | Alder Cimbicid Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Encarsia formosa | Cimbex americanus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Eulophidae | Cimbicidae |
| Size | 0.5-0.8 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Greenhouse Whitefly Parasitoid
The most widely used parasitoid wasp in greenhouse biological control worldwide. Parasitized whitefly nymphs turn black, making monitoring easy.
Did You Know?
It reproduces entirely by parthenogenesis since males are extremely rare in commercial populations.
Alder Cimbicid Sawfly
The largest sawfly in North America, with a robust body up to 25 mm long, clubbed antennae, and smoky brown wings. Body color varies from black to brownish-yellow.
Did You Know?
The large, green larvae can squirt a fluid from lateral glands when disturbed, similar to their European relative Cimbex femoratus.