Keyhole Wasp vs Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Keyhole Wasp | Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachodynerus nasidens | Myzus persicae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Vespidae | Aphididae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 1-3 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Americas, introduced to Australia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Keyhole Wasp
A mud-nesting wasp notorious for building nests inside aircraft pitot tubes. It has caused aviation incidents by blocking airspeed sensors.
Did You Know?
Brisbane Airport installed covers on aircraft sensors specifically because of this species.
Aphid
Tiny sap-sucking insects with extraordinary reproduction. Can reproduce without mating (parthenogenesis) and give birth to live young that are already pregnant, telescoping generations.
Did You Know?
Aphids can telescope generations — a female can contain a developing daughter, who already has a developing granddaughter inside her, all without mating.