Sand Wasp Strepsipteran vs Halictid Bee Strepsipteran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand Wasp Strepsipteran | Halictid Bee Strepsipteran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paraxenos lugubris | Halictophagus silwoodensis |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Xenidae | Halictophagidae |
| Size | 2.5-4.0 mm (males) | 1.0-1.5 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Meadows |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Europe |
| 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.
Halictid Bee Strepsipteran
A tiny strepsipteran parasite of leafhoppers described from Silwood Park in England. Males have the characteristic twisted hindwings of the order.
Did You Know?
Strepsiptera means twisted wing, referring to the way the hindwings twist during flight like helicopter blades.