Sand Wasp Strepsipteran vs Bee Stylops
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand Wasp Strepsipteran | Bee Stylops |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paraxenos lugubris | Stylops pacificus |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Xenidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 2.5-4.0 mm (males) | 2.0-3.5 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Sand Wasp Strepsipteran
A strepsipteran parasite of sand wasps in the genus Bembix. It is found in sandy coastal areas where its host wasps nest.
Did You Know?
Parasitized sand wasps often have visibly protruding strepsipteran puparia between their abdominal segments.
Bee Stylops
A strepsipteran parasite of Andrena bees in western North America. Males emerge as tiny winged adults that live for only a few hours.
Did You Know?
Male strepsipterans have the shortest adult lifespan of any insect, often living less than five hours.