Large Scoliid Wasp vs Cotesia Congregata
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Scoliid Wasp | Cotesia Congregata |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megascolia maculata | Cotesia congregata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Scoliidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 25-45 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Southern Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Large Scoliid Wasp
Europe's largest wasp, with a massive black body marked with bold yellow spots. Females burrow underground to parasitise rhinoceros beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Despite its terrifying size, it is surprisingly docile and rarely stings humans.
Cotesia Congregata
A gregarious endoparasitoid whose larvae emerge en masse from hornworm caterpillars to spin white cocoons on the host's skin. It is a well-known natural enemy of tobacco and tomato hornworms.
Did You Know?
Up to 300 larvae can emerge from a single hornworm caterpillar, covering it in tiny white silk cocoons.