Jack Pine Sawfly vs Texas Striped Sweat Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jack Pine Sawfly | Texas Striped Sweat Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion pratti banksianae | Agapostemon texanus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm (adult) | 9-11 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America, Central 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.
Texas Striped Sweat Bee
A widespread metallic green sweat bee found across much of North America. Males have distinctive black and yellow abdominal stripes contrasting with their green thorax.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in sleeping clusters on plant stems at dusk, gripping with their mandibles and hanging motionless overnight.