Sweat Bee Stylops vs Twisted-Wing Honeybee Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sweat Bee Stylops | Twisted-Wing Honeybee Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stylops nevinsoni | Stylops ovinae |
| Order | Strepsiptera | Strepsiptera |
| Family | Stylopidae | Stylopidae |
| Size | 2.0-3.0 mm (males) | 2-4 mm (males) |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Sweat Bee Stylops
A strepsipteran endoparasite of Andrena bees in the British Isles. Parasitized bees emerge earlier than unparasitized individuals.
Did You Know?
Infected bees emerge from hibernation earlier in spring, which helps the strepsipteran synchronize its mating season.
Twisted-Wing Honeybee Parasite
A tiny endoparasite of Andrena bees whose females are permanently embedded in the host's abdomen. Males live only a few hours as free-flying adults with twisted hind wings.
Did You Know?
Male Strepsiptera have the shortest adult lifespan of any insect, often living just 2-5 hours.