Jack Pine Sawfly vs Australian Emperor Dragonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jack Pine Sawfly | Australian Emperor Dragonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion pratti banksianae | Anax papuensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Diprionidae | Aeshnidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm (adult) | Body 7-8 cm; wingspan 10-11 cm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Jack Pine Sawfly
A serious defoliator of jack pine in the Great Lakes region. Periodic outbreaks can strip thousands of hectares of jack pine.
Did You Know?
Outbreaks are often triggered by several consecutive years of warm, dry spring weather.
Australian Emperor Dragonfly
A large, powerful dragonfly with a green thorax and blue-spotted abdomen. It is a strong flier commonly seen patrolling ponds and lakes across Australia.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few dragonfly species to have naturally colonized New Zealand by flying across the Tasman Sea.