European Pine Sawfly vs Dock Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Pine Sawfly | Dock Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion sertifer | Ametastegia glabrata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm (adult) | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe, introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
European Pine Sawfly
A common defoliator of pines in Europe and an invasive pest in North America. Larvae feed gregariously on older needles of various pine species.
Did You Know?
A nuclear polyhedrosis virus naturally controls its populations and is used as a biopesticide.
Dock Sawfly
A small, shiny dark green to black sawfly with pale legs. Larvae are pale green caterpillar-like grubs that feed on dock and sorrel leaves.
Did You Know?
In North America, dock sawfly larvae sometimes bore into apples to pupate, making them a nuisance pest in orchards despite not actually feeding on the fruit.