Halictid Bee Strepsipteran vs Bee Stylops
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Halictid Bee Strepsipteran | Bee Stylops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halictophagus silwoodensis | Stylops pacificus |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Halictophagidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 1.0-1.5 mm (males) | 2.0-3.5 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Meadows | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Halictid Bee Strepsipteran
A tiny strepsipteran parasite of leafhoppers described from Silwood Park in England. Males have the characteristic twisted hindwings of the order.
Did You Know?
Strepsiptera means twisted wing, referring to the way the hindwings twist during flight like helicopter blades.
Bee Stylops
A strepsipteran parasite of Andrena bees in western North America. Males emerge as tiny winged adults that live for only a few hours.
Did You Know?
Male strepsipterans have the shortest adult lifespan of any insect, often living less than five hours.