Leafhopper Strepsipteran vs Sweat Bee Stylops
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Leafhopper Strepsipteran | Sweat Bee Stylops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halictophagus calcaratus | Stylops nevinsoni |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Halictophagidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 1.0-2.0 mm (males) | 2.0-3.0 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Sweat Bee Stylops
A strepsipteran endoparasite of Andrena bees in the British Isles. Parasitized bees emerge earlier than unparasitized individuals.
Did You Know?
Infected bees emerge from hibernation earlier in spring, which helps the strepsipteran synchronize its mating season.