Sand Wasp Strepsipteran vs Hornet Strepsipteran
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand Wasp Strepsipteran | Hornet Strepsipteran |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paraxenos lugubris | Xenos myrapetrus |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Xenidae | Xenidae |
| Size | 2.5-4.0 mm (males) | 4.0-6.0 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Africa |
| 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.
Hornet Strepsipteran
A large strepsipteran parasite of hornets and social wasps in tropical Africa. Males have distinctive fan-shaped hindwings.
Did You Know?
Male strepsipterans have large eyes with only about 50 facets each, giving them the coarsest visual resolution of any insect.