Yellow-Banded Cimbicid vs Carrion Parasitoid Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-Banded Cimbicid | Carrion Parasitoid Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichiosoma tibiale | Alysia manducator |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cimbicidae | Braconidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Carrion Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Yellow-Banded Cimbicid
A large, hairy sawfly with a banded abdomen and prominent clubbed antennae. The body is covered in dense yellowish hairs giving it a bumblebee-like appearance.
Did You Know?
This large sawfly is frequently mistaken for a bumblebee in flight due to its hairy body and loud buzzing sound.
Carrion Parasitoid Wasp
A small braconid wasp that parasitizes blowfly larvae in carrion. An important part of the decomposition ecosystem. Females locate buried fly larvae using chemical cues.
Did You Know?
Females can detect fly larvae buried in carrion from a considerable distance using their sensitive antennae.