Neon Trap-jaw Ant vs Orange Caterpillar Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neon Trap-jaw Ant | Orange Caterpillar Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Odontomachus coquereli | Netelia ephippitarsus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Madagascar | Australia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neon Trap-jaw Ant
A large Malagasy trap-jaw ant with a distinctive reddish coloration found in Madagascar's dry forests. It has the characteristic spring-loaded mandibles of its genus.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few trap-jaw ant species found on the island of Madagascar, likely arriving via ocean dispersal.
Orange Caterpillar Parasite
A slender, amber-orange ichneumon wasp found across Australasia. It attaches eggs to caterpillars and the larva feeds externally on its host.
Did You Know?
Female wasps can deliver a mild sting if handled, which is unusual among ichneumon wasps.