Squirrel Flea vs Ensign Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Squirrel Flea | Ensign Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orchopeas howardi | Evania appendigaster |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Evaniidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasitoids |
| Regions | North America | Africa, Asia, North America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Squirrel Flea
A common ectoparasite of eastern gray squirrels and flying squirrels in North America. It is found in squirrel nests and tree cavities.
Did You Know?
This flea can survive several months without feeding while waiting in an abandoned squirrel nest.
Ensign Wasp
A parasitoid wasp that targets cockroach egg cases and helps control pest populations.
Did You Know?
It bobs its flag-like abdomen up and down as it walks, resembling a tiny flag bearer.