Yellow-legged Ophion vs Rose Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-legged Ophion | Rose Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ophion scutellaris | Macrosiphum rosae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Aphididae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Worldwide, wherever roses are grown |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Rose Aphid
A large green or pink aphid with long black cornicles (siphunculi) that is the most common aphid pest of roses. It clusters on buds and young shoots, distorting growth.
Did You Know?
It can exist in green and pink color morphs on the same plant, and the color form may be influenced by crowding density and host plant quality.