Sunda Longhorn vs Spruce Budworm Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sunda Longhorn | Spruce Budworm Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apriona swainsoni | Meteorus trachynotus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Indonesia (Java, Sumatra, Borneo), Philippines | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sunda Longhorn
A large olive-grey lamiin with a dense covering of fine pubescence, found in the islands of Indonesia and the Philippines. It attacks a wide range of tropical hardwoods. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light.
Did You Know?
This species was named after the English naturalist William Swainson, who collected widely in the tropics.
Spruce Budworm Parasite
A small brown braconid wasp that is a key natural enemy of the spruce budworm in North American boreal forests. It suspends its cocoon on a silk thread from the host.
Did You Know?
Its cocoon dangles from a silk thread like a tiny pendulum, which may protect it from ground-dwelling predators.