Larger Citronella Ant vs Orange Caterpillar Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Larger Citronella Ant | Orange Caterpillar Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasius interjectus | Netelia ephippitarsus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 4-4.5 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Australia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Larger Citronella Ant
A subterranean yellow ant that emits a strong lemon-like odor when crushed. It lives entirely underground tending root-feeding aphids for honeydew.
Did You Know?
These ants are rarely seen above ground except during mating flights, when winged reproductives emerge in large swarms.
Orange Caterpillar Parasite
A slender, amber-orange ichneumon wasp found across Australasia. It attaches eggs to caterpillars and the larva feeds externally on its host.
Did You Know?
Female wasps can deliver a mild sting if handled, which is unusual among ichneumon wasps.