Yellow-legged Ophion vs Oregon Oak Gall Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-legged Ophion | Oregon Oak Gall Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ophion scutellaris | Besbicus mirabilis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Cynipidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 2–3 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Europe | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Yellow-legged Ophion
A large orange-brown ichneumon wasp commonly attracted to light at night. Parasitizes large moth caterpillars. Has a laterally compressed, blade-like abdomen.
Did You Know?
One of the most commonly reported ichneumon wasps in houses, drawn to lights on summer evenings.
Oregon Oak Gall Wasp
A gall wasp that induces conspicuous galls on Oregon white oak in western North America. Galls form on leaf veins and can be quite abundant.
Did You Know?
Native Americans used some oak galls medicinally as an astringent to treat mouth sores and skin wounds.