Indian Flower Wasp vs Black Slip Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Flower Wasp | Black Slip Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scolia quadripustulata | Pimpla instigator |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Scoliidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Indian Flower Wasp
A robust black scoliid wasp with four yellowish spots on its abdomen found across South Asia. It targets white grubs of scarab beetles in agricultural soils.
Did You Know?
Indian farmers have long recognized this wasp as a beneficial ally against destructive white grubs in sugarcane fields.
Black Slip Wasp
A medium-sized black ichneumon wasp that parasitizes butterfly and moth pupae. Uses its ovipositor to penetrate through cocoons. A common and widespread species.
Did You Know?
Can drill its ovipositor through tough pupal cases and silk cocoons to reach the developing insect inside.