Dogwood Borer vs Hairy Christmas Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dogwood Borer | Hairy Christmas Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Synanthedon scitula | Anoplognathus hirsutus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sesiidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 18–23 mm wingspan | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Dogwood Borer
A clearwing moth whose larvae bore beneath the bark of dogwood, apple, and other trees. It is a significant pest of apple orchards on dwarfing rootstocks.
Did You Know?
It preferentially attacks the swollen graft unions on dwarf apple trees, which can kill productive orchard trees.
Hairy Christmas Beetle
A densely hairy golden-brown Christmas beetle found in southeastern Australia. The fine hairs covering its body distinguish it from other Anoplognathus species.
Did You Know?
The dense body hair is thought to help regulate temperature during cool summer evenings.