Bordered Rose Sawfly vs Black Slip Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bordered Rose Sawfly | Black Slip Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arge cyanocrocea | Pimpla instigator |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Argidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bordered Rose Sawfly
A compact sawfly with a striking combination of an orange body and metallic blue-black wings. Larvae are green with orange heads and feed on rose leaves.
Did You Know?
This species is sometimes confused with its relative Arge ochropus, but can be distinguished by its blue-tinged rather than purple-tinged wings.
Black Slip Wasp
A medium-sized black ichneumon wasp that parasitizes butterfly and moth pupae. Uses its ovipositor to penetrate through cocoons. A common and widespread species.
Did You Know?
Can drill its ovipositor through tough pupal cases and silk cocoons to reach the developing insect inside.