Common Pine Sawfly vs Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Pine Sawfly | Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diprion pini | Lasiorhynchus barbicornis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Brentidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm (adult) | 30-85 mm (including rostrum) |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Common Pine Sawfly
One of the most important pine defoliators in European forestry. Outbreaks cause growth losses and predispose trees to bark beetle attack.
Did You Know?
Larvae sequester pine resin and can squirt it at predators when threatened.
Giraffe Weevil of New Zealand
New Zealand's longest beetle, with males reaching over 80 mm in length due to their enormously elongated rostrum (snout). It is found in native forests where larvae develop in dead wood. Males use their long snouts in combat with other males.
Did You Know?
The male's rostrum can be longer than the rest of its body, making it the longest beetle in New Zealand by total length despite its slender build.