Wasps ichneumon

BRACONiD WASPS (bracconidae). These are smaller than ichneumon flies (1-10 mm in size) and not so strikingly coloured. 

ENEMIES. The most important enemies are the ichneumon wasps of the genera Encarsia [Prospaltella perniciosi] and Aphytis. These small chal-cid wasps were released in large numbers in the 1970s and are still commonly found in orchards. 

The most important enemies of the codling moth are braconid and ichneumon wasps on pupae and fully grown caterpillars. They are not as effective as they are against leaf rollers, however, as the codling moth larva inside the fruit is very well protected against these parasites. 

ENEMIES. The most important enemies of the tortrix moths are ichneumon, chalcid and braconid wasps. In many orchards the degree of para-... 

Parasitization of the caterpillars by ichneumon wasps is also very important. 

Beneficial Effect Larvae develop as parasites of caterpillars, sawfly and beetle larvae, and other insects. Females also kill hosts by stinging them and feeding on body fluids. Ichneumon wasps are extremely important... 

Ichneumon wasps Caterpillars, sawfly and Although most ichneumon Plant pollen- and nectar-, 1 ... 

Iberis. 122 Iberis saxatilis. 122 Iberis sempervirens, 122 Ichneumon wasps, 297.297 as beneficials, 449 Ilex. 123... 

Ichneumon wasps Larvae eat caterpillars, some adults eat aphids. 

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