Elm Zigzag Sawfly vs Ivory-Marked Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elm Zigzag Sawfly | Ivory-Marked Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aproceros leucopoda | Eburia quadrigeminata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Argidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, invasive in Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elm Zigzag Sawfly
A small, pale green sawfly of East Asian origin that has become invasive in Europe. Larvae create distinctive zigzag feeding patterns on elm leaves.
Did You Know?
This species reproduces entirely by parthenogenesis in its invasive range; males have never been found in Europe.
Ivory-Marked Beetle
A tan longhorn beetle with pairs of ivory-colored raised spots on each elytron. Larvae bore into hardwood timbers.
Did You Know?
Adults have emerged from furniture over 40 years after the wood was cut and processed.