Alder Cimbicid Sawfly vs Latticed Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alder Cimbicid Sawfly | Latticed Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cimbex americanus | Clytus rhamni |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cimbicidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 6-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alder Cimbicid Sawfly
The largest sawfly in North America, with a robust body up to 25 mm long, clubbed antennae, and smoky brown wings. Body color varies from black to brownish-yellow.
Did You Know?
The large, green larvae can squirt a fluid from lateral glands when disturbed, similar to their European relative Cimbex femoratus.
Latticed Longhorn
A small wasp-mimicking cerambycid with a lattice-like pattern of yellow markings on its black elytra. It is widespread but local in European forests and hedgerows. Adults are most active in warm sunshine visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
This beetle vibrates its wings when alarmed, producing a buzzing sound that further enhances its wasp mimicry.