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The exit hole of a parasitoid wasp, Encyrtus infelix, in the shell of its scale insect host
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The exit hole of a parasitoid wasp, Encyrtus infelix, in the shell of its scale insect host
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9688873
© FLPA/Nigel Cattlin
Agriculture Biological Commercial Control Crops Hole Horticulture Hymenoptera Insecta Parasite Parasitised Parasitized Parasitoid Pest Pests Photomicrograph Protected Scale Wasp Exit
Nature's Tiny Exit Strategy - The Wasp's Artful Escape
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. In this photo print, we witness the incredible exit hole crafted by a clever parasitoid wasp, Encyrtus infelix. This miniature masterpiece is found in the delicate shell of its scale insect host, showcasing nature's ingenious ways. As if straight out of a sci-fi movie, this photomicrograph unveils the secret world of horticulture protection and pest control. With precision and finesse, our tiny hero emerges from its parasitic conquest through an intricately drilled hole. It seems even insects have their own escape plans! Agriculture enthusiasts will marvel at the biological prowess on display here. Hymenoptera experts will appreciate the sheer brilliance behind this wasp's strategy to ensure its survival while controlling pesky adult pests that threaten crops. The photomicrograph also sheds light on a fascinating symbiotic relationship between two species - Encyrtus infelix and Saisettia coffeae. The scale insect serves as both home and nourishment for our resourceful wasp friend. FLPA photographer Nigel Cattlin has masterfully captured this mesmerizing moment where science meets artistry. Through his lens, we are transported into a world where parasites reign supreme with their microscopic tools of trade. So next time you stumble upon an unassuming exit hole in your garden or agricultural field, take a moment to appreciate the hidden drama unfolding within – it might just be another remarkable creation
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