Locust Borer vs Bee Stylops
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Locust Borer | Bee Stylops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megacyllene robiniae | Stylops pacificus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 14-22 mm | 2.0-3.5 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Parasites |
| Regions | Eastern and Central North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Locust Borer
A striking yellow-and-black wasp mimic that attacks black locust trees in North America. Adults appear in autumn and are commonly found on goldenrod flowers. Larval boring weakens locust trunks and can cause breakage.
Did You Know?
Adults synchronize their emergence with goldenrod bloom, making autumn fields their primary mating arenas.
Bee Stylops
A strepsipteran parasite of Andrena bees in western North America. Males emerge as tiny winged adults that live for only a few hours.
Did You Know?
Male strepsipterans have the shortest adult lifespan of any insect, often living less than five hours.