Thistle Gall Wasp vs Ornate Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thistle Gall Wasp | Ornate Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isocolus scabiosae | Arctia flavia |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Arctiidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Meadows |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | European Alps, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Thistle Gall Wasp
A minute gall-inducing wasp that forms swellings on knapweed flower heads. It has been studied as a potential biocontrol agent for invasive knapweeds.
Did You Know?
A single flower head can contain dozens of tiny gall chambers, each housing one larva.
Ornate Tiger Moth
A rare alpine tiger moth with cream forewings bearing irregular brown markings and orange-yellow hindwings with dark spots. It inhabits high-altitude meadows and rocky slopes.
Did You Know?
It is one of the rarest tiger moths in Europe and is legally protected in several countries.