Orange Caterpillar Parasite vs Mahajanga Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange Caterpillar Parasite | Mahajanga Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Netelia ephippitarsus | Yanga mahajangaensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 30-42 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Southeast Asia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Mahajanga Cicada
A recently described cicada species from northwestern Madagascar with brownish transparent wings and a robust body. It was identified as new to science during a comprehensive revision of Malagasy cicadas.
Did You Know?
It was discovered during a 2021 revision that described multiple new cicada tribes and genera unique to Madagascar.