Oak Marble Gall Wasp vs Narrow-necked Ant Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Marble Gall Wasp | Narrow-necked Ant Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Andricus kollari | Dinarda dentata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Parks | Woodlands |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Marble Gall Wasp
A tiny wasp that induces marble-shaped galls on oak twigs where its larvae develop. The galls were historically used to make iron gall ink.
Did You Know?
The ink made from its galls was used to write the US Declaration of Independence and Leonardo da Vinci's notebooks.
Narrow-necked Ant Beetle
A flattened, reddish-brown aleocharine rove beetle that inhabits Formica ant nests as a tolerated guest. Its flattened body allows it to move easily through narrow ant nest galleries.
Did You Know?
If attacked by an ant, this beetle raises its abdomen to present its appeasement glands, releasing chemicals that calm the aggressor.