Bordered Rose Sawfly vs Texas Leafcutter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bordered Rose Sawfly | Texas Leafcutter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arge cyanocrocea | Atta texana |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Argidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 1.5-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southern United States, Northern Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Texas Leafcutter Ant
The northernmost leafcutter ant species, found in the southern United States. Nests can extend 6 meters deep and cover large underground areas.
Did You Know?
Their underground nests can contain over 1,000 individual chambers connected by an intricate tunnel network.