Hockeria Chalcid vs Steel-blue Woodwasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hockeria Chalcid | Steel-blue Woodwasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hockeria unicolor | Sirex cyaneus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chalcididae | Siricidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 12–28 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Mountains |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Hockeria Chalcid
A metallic dark parasitoid wasp that attacks the pupae of noctuid moths in the soil. It is found across Europe in grasslands and open habitats.
Did You Know?
Females dig into the soil to find and parasitize cutworm moth pupae hidden several centimeters below the surface.
Steel-blue Woodwasp
A metallic blue woodwasp native to Europe that breeds in fir and spruce. It is closely related to the more destructive Sirex noctilio.
Did You Know?
Unlike its relative Sirex noctilio, this species rarely causes significant economic damage to forestry.