Cotton Stainer Bug vs Hazel Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cotton Stainer Bug | Hazel Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dysdercus suturellus | Croesus septentrionalis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pyrrhocoridae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 12-17 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Heathland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cotton Stainer Bug
A red and black bug that stains cotton bolls by introducing fungal spores while feeding.
Did You Know?
Aggregations of hundreds gather on fallen cotton bolls and hibiscus seed pods.
Hazel Sawfly
A medium-sized sawfly with an orange abdomen and dark thorax. The bluish-green larvae with black heads feed gregariously on hazel, birch, and alder.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, the gregarious larvae raise their tails simultaneously in an S-shape, creating an intimidating group display to deter predators.