Tinkerbell Fairyfly vs Poplar Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tinkerbell Fairyfly | Poplar Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tinkerbella nana | Trichiocampus viminalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Mymaridae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 0.25 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central America | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Tinkerbell Fairyfly
One of the smallest insects ever described, named after Peter Pans Tinker Bell. Discovered in Costa Rica in 2013. Measures only 0.25 mm in length.
Did You Know?
Named after the fairy Tinkerbell, this wasp is so tiny it can stand on the tip of a human hair — it was described in 2013 from specimens collected using specialized micro-traps.
Poplar Sawfly
A small sawfly with a yellow-orange body and black head. Its brightly colored yellow-and-black larvae feed on poplar and willow leaves in conspicuous clusters.
Did You Know?
The larvae display classic aposematic coloration with bold yellow and black markings, warning predators of their unpalatability.