Jack Pine Sawfly vs Pergid Leaf Miner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jack Pine Sawfly | Pergid Leaf Miner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion pratti banksianae | Phylacteophaga froggatti |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Pergidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm (adult) | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Australia, introduced to parts of Africa and South America |
| 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.
Pergid Leaf Miner
A small sawfly whose larvae create blister-like mines in eucalyptus leaves. Adults are small and brownish with clear wings.
Did You Know?
This species has become a significant pest in eucalyptus plantations outside Australia, particularly in the Mediterranean region and Africa.