The emerald cockroach wasp or jewel wasp (Ampulex compressa) is a solitary wasp of the family Ampulicidae. It is known for its unusual reproductive behavior, which involves stinging a cockroach and using it as a host for its larvae. It thus belongs to the entomophagous parasites.

2017年5月1日 · A special chemical blend injected into the brains of cockroaches makes them pawns in the jewel wasp’s control—and perfect live food for its offspring

The emerald cockroach wasp or jewel wasp (Ampulex compressa) is a solitary wasp of the family Ampulicidae. It is known for its unusual reproductive behavior, which involves stinging a cockroach and using it as a host for its larvae.

2022年10月28日 · Emerald cockroach wasps are the sole members of the family Ampulicidae. The jewel-like shine and color on its body give the insect its other name, the jewel wasp. They are parasitic, killing cockroaches and using their body as a host to feed their larvae.

The Jewel Wasp is a most unusual type of insect that is native to several tropical regions. The female possesses a sting with mind-controlling properties.

2008年6月5日 · The stunning colours of the jewel wasp (Ampulex compressa) belie its gruesome habits. Its grubs feed on the bodies of cockroaches supplied by their mother.

2022年1月11日 · Many wasp species prey on cockroaches, but the Emerald Cockroach Wasp is quite unique. It could simply kill cockroaches but decides to do something far more sinister instead. With the help of a venom-soaked stinger, female Cockroach Wasps can perform meticulous brain surgery to alter cockroach behavior.

2021年2月1日 · Jewel wasp larva eats the living cockroach from inside (top) and emerges from the roach on reaching maturity (bottom). Credit: Emanuele Biggi Science Source. The jewel wasp has an...

Jewel Wasps are small, measuring about half an inch in length. They have a metallic blue-green body with a slender, wasp-like appearance. Their striking colors and iridescent wings make them easily recognizable among insects.

The jewel wasp is a fascinating insect known for its striking appearance and unique behavior. This small but mighty creature has some remarkable traits that set it apart in the insect world. Distinctive Characteristics. The jewel wasp, also called the emerald cockroach wasp, has a stunning metallic blue-green body.