Cylindrical Tachinid vs American Cuckoo Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cylindrical Tachinid | American Cuckoo Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cylindromyia brassicaria | Chrysis angolensis |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tachinidae | Chrysididae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 7-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Parasites |
| Regions | Europe | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cylindrical Tachinid
A slender, wasp-like parasitic fly with a narrow cylindrical abdomen. Parasitizes shieldbugs by laying eggs directly onto the host. Found in warm, flower-rich habitats.
Did You Know?
Its wasp-like appearance is a remarkable case of mimicry in a group of true flies.
American Cuckoo Wasp
A metallic green and blue cuckoo wasp found across sub-Saharan Africa. It parasitizes mud-nesting wasps and bees on rocky outcrops and buildings.
Did You Know?
Despite its species name referencing Angola, it is found throughout most of tropical and southern Africa.