Blind Cave Leiodid Beetle vs Jack Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blind Cave Leiodid Beetle | Jack Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glacicavicola bathyscioides | Neodiprion pratti banksianae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Leiodidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 6-8 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Caves | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | United States | North America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Not Evaluated |
Blind Cave Leiodid Beetle
A tiny eyeless beetle found in ice caves of the western United States. It survives in near-freezing temperatures on cave walls.
Did You Know?
It thrives in caves where temperatures hover just above freezing year-round.
Jack Pine Sawfly
A serious defoliator of jack pine in the Great Lakes region. Periodic outbreaks can strip thousands of hectares of jack pine.
Did You Know?
Outbreaks are often triggered by several consecutive years of warm, dry spring weather.