Pteromalus Pupal Wasp vs Common Pimpline Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pteromalus Pupal Wasp | Common Pimpline Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pteromalus puparum | Pimpla hypochondriaca |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pteromalidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia, Oceania | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Pteromalus Pupal Wasp
A small metallic-green parasitoid that attacks butterfly and moth pupae, particularly those of cabbage whites. Multiple wasps develop within a single host pupa.
Did You Know?
Up to 200 tiny wasps can emerge from a single cabbage white butterfly chrysalis.
Common Pimpline Wasp
A stout black parasitoid wasp that attacks moth and butterfly pupae. It is one of the most frequently encountered ichneumonids in Europe.
Did You Know?
Females inject venom that permanently paralyzes the host pupa before laying an egg on it.