European Pine Sawfly vs Migratory Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Pine Sawfly | Migratory Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion sertifer | Locusta migratoria |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 7-10 mm (adult) | 35-55 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania |
| 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.
Migratory Locust
The most widespread locust species in the world, found across Africa, Asia, and Oceania. It exhibits dramatic phase polyphenism between solitary and gregarious forms.
Did You Know?
Solitary and gregarious phase migratory locusts differ so dramatically in color, shape, and behavior that they were once classified as separate species.