Alder Cimbicid Sawfly vs Rufous Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alder Cimbicid Sawfly | Rufous Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cimbex americanus | Amorphoscelis rufula |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Cimbicidae | Amorphoscelidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Rufous Bark Mantis
A reddish-brown bark mantis from Central Africa that blends with red-barked tropical trees. Its rufous coloring is distinctive among bark mantises.
Did You Know?
Its reddish color is thought to match the bark of certain Entandrophragma mahogany trees.