Lemon-tree Borer Parasite vs Musk Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lemon-tree Borer Parasite | Musk Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diachasmimorpha longicaudata | Aromia bungii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 22-38 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, Central America, Africa | China, Korea, Mongolia; invasive in Japan, Italy, Germany |
| 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.
Musk Longhorn
A large and colorful cerambycid with a bright red pronotum and metallic dark blue-black elytra. Native to East Asia, it has recently invaded parts of Europe and Japan. It is a serious pest of stone fruit trees including cherry and peach.
Did You Know?
Adults emit a strong musky fragrance from thoracic glands, detectable from several meters away.