Leafhopper Strepsipteran vs Halictid Stylops
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Leafhopper Strepsipteran | Halictid Stylops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halictophagus calcaratus | Stylops nassonowi |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Halictophagidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 1.0-2.0 mm (males) | 1.5-3.0 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Leafhopper Strepsipteran
A tiny strepsipteran that parasitizes leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae. The first-instar larvae are among the smallest known insects.
Did You Know?
The first-instar triungulin larva is only about 0.2 mm long, making it one of the smallest free-living insects.
Halictid Stylops
A twisted-wing parasite that targets sweat bees in the family Halictidae. Parasitized bees show altered behavior and suppressed reproduction.
Did You Know?
Parasitized bees are effectively castrated and their behavior changes so dramatically the phenomenon is called parasitic castration.