Oregon Oak Gall Wasp vs Narrow-necked Ant Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oregon Oak Gall Wasp | Narrow-necked Ant Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Besbicus mirabilis | Dinarda dentata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 2–3 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Oregon Oak Gall Wasp
A gall wasp that induces conspicuous galls on Oregon white oak in western North America. Galls form on leaf veins and can be quite abundant.
Did You Know?
Native Americans used some oak galls medicinally as an astringent to treat mouth sores and skin wounds.
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.