Sand Wasp Strepsipteran vs Cloudless Sulphur
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand Wasp Strepsipteran | Cloudless Sulphur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paraxenos lugubris | Phoebis sennae |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Xenidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 2.5-4.0 mm (males) | 54-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Parasites | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | North America, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
Cloudless Sulphur
Large unmarked lemon-yellow butterfly; females may have faint spots. Common and conspicuous across the southern United States.
Did You Know?
Large fall migrations of thousands can be seen streaming southward along the Atlantic coast.