Hornet Strepsipteran vs Australian Stink Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hornet Strepsipteran | Australian Stink Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xenos myrapetrus | Iridomyrmex bicknelli |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Xenidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 4.0-6.0 mm (males) | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Africa | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Hornet Strepsipteran
A large strepsipteran parasite of hornets and social wasps in tropical Africa. Males have distinctive fan-shaped hindwings.
Did You Know?
Male strepsipterans have large eyes with only about 50 facets each, giving them the coarsest visual resolution of any insect.
Australian Stink Ant
A small, fast-moving ant that releases a strong, unpleasant odour when crushed, giving it its common name. It forms large colonies and is one of the most common ants in Australian suburban environments.
Did You Know?
Iridomyrmex ants dominate Australian ant communities and are among the most ecologically successful ants in the Southern Hemisphere.