Bordered Rose Sawfly vs Desert Leaf-Cutter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bordered Rose Sawfly | Desert Leaf-Cutter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arge cyanocrocea | Acromyrmex versicolor |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Argidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 3-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| 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.
Desert Leaf-Cutter Ant
The only leaf-cutter ant adapted to true desert habitats in North America. It harvests leaves and flower petals to grow fungus gardens underground.
Did You Know?
Queens found new colonies after summer monsoon rains and may cooperate with other queens to share the initial digging work.