Lemon-tree Borer Parasite vs African Velvet Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lemon-tree Borer Parasite | African Velvet Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diachasmimorpha longicaudata | Dasylabris maura |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Mutillidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, Central America, Africa | North Africa, Southern Europe, Middle East |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Lemon-tree Borer Parasite
A parasitoid of fruit fly larvae that has been released worldwide for biological control of tephritid pests. Females locate host larvae concealed inside ripening fruit using their long ovipositors.
Did You Know?
She can pierce through the rind of a mango or guava to deposit an egg directly onto a fruit fly maggot inside.
African Velvet Ant
A large black and white velvet ant found across North Africa and the Mediterranean. Females are densely covered in silvery-white hair patches on a black body.
Did You Know?
Its contrasting black and white pattern serves as a warning signal to predators about its extremely painful sting.