Netelia Ichneumon Wasp vs Ewingi Japygid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Netelia Ichneumon Wasp | Ewingi Japygid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Netelia melanura | Catajapyx ewing |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diplura |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Japygidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Netelia Ichneumon Wasp
A large orange ichneumon wasp attracted to light at night. Parasitizes noctuid moth caterpillars. Has a distinctive compressed, blade-like abdomen.
Did You Know?
Regularly enters houses at night, attracted by lights, and can give a mild sting if handled.
Ewingi Japygid
A predatory dipluran found in soils of the southeastern United States. It uses its forceps-like cerci to capture small soil invertebrates.
Did You Know?
It uses its pincer-like cerci to grab prey, much like an earwig.