Orange Caterpillar Parasite vs Long-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange Caterpillar Parasite | Long-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Netelia ephippitarsus | Ectopsocus briggsi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Ectopsocidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, Southeast Asia | Europe, North America, Australasia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Long-winged Barklouse
A widespread bark louse found on tree trunks and dead leaves across Europe and introduced to other continents. It has long narrow wings.
Did You Know?
It has successfully colonized multiple continents through accidental human transport.