Lemon-tree Borer Parasite vs Neotropical Stingless Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lemon-tree Borer Parasite | Neotropical Stingless Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diachasmimorpha longicaudata | Tetragonisca angustula |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Braconidae | Apidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, Central America, Africa | Central America, South America |
| 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.
Neotropical Stingless Bee
A tiny stingless bee whose honey has been harvested by indigenous peoples for centuries.
Did You Know?
Guard bees at the nest entrance use chemical warfare by depositing sticky resin on intruders.