Balsam Fir Sawfly vs Lucifugous Springtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Balsam Fir Sawfly | Lucifugous Springtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion abietis | Megalothorax minimus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Collembola |
| Family | Diprionidae | Neelidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 0.3-0.5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Caves |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Balsam Fir Sawfly
A boreal sawfly whose dark green larvae with lighter stripes feed on balsam fir needles. Periodic outbreaks can cause significant defoliation in fir forests.
Did You Know?
Outbreaks of this species often follow those of the spruce budworm, as the already stressed trees are more susceptible to additional defoliation.
Lucifugous Springtail
One of the smallest known hexapods, found in deep soil and cave environments. It is nearly transparent and extremely difficult to observe.
Did You Know?
At about 0.3 mm, it is among the tiniest hexapods on Earth.