Sri Lankan Relict Ant Beetle vs Gall Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sri Lankan Relict Ant Beetle | Gall Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helota vigorsii | Andricus quercuscalicis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Helotidae | Cynipidae |
| Size | 0.5-1 cm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Sri Lanka | Europe |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Sri Lankan Relict Ant Beetle
A rare beetle found only in the wet zone forests of Sri Lanka. It lives under bark and is associated with fungal growths on dead wood.
Did You Know?
This beetle belongs to a relict family with fewer than 100 known species worldwide.
Gall Wasp
A tiny wasp that induces knopper galls on oak acorns, deforming them completely.
Did You Know?
It has alternating sexual and asexual generations that produce different gall types.