Smelly Carpenter Ant vs Short-tailed Ichneumon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Smelly Carpenter Ant | Short-tailed Ichneumon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dolichoderus thoracicus | Ophion luteus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Smelly Carpenter Ant
A Southeast Asian dolichoderine ant that tends mealybugs inside shelters built from chewed plant material. It is a significant pest of cacao and coconut plantations.
Did You Know?
They build elaborate carton tents over mealybug colonies on crop plants, protecting their honeydew source from rain and predators.
Short-tailed Ichneumon
A nocturnal parasitoid wasp with a strongly compressed, amber-orange body. It is commonly attracted to lights at night throughout Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike most ichneumons, Ophion luteus is almost entirely nocturnal and frequently enters houses drawn by artificial light.