Larger Citronella Ant vs Club-horned Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Larger Citronella Ant | Club-horned Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasius interjectus | Abia sericea |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Cimbicidae |
| Size | 4-4.5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, British Isles |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Larger Citronella Ant
A subterranean yellow ant that emits a strong lemon-like odor when crushed. It lives entirely underground tending root-feeding aphids for honeydew.
Did You Know?
These ants are rarely seen above ground except during mating flights, when winged reproductives emerge in large swarms.
Club-horned Sawfly
A striking metallic green sawfly found across Europe. Adults visit flowers while larvae feed on honeysuckle and scabious. One of the smaller cimbicid sawflies.
Did You Know?
Adults have distinctive clubbed antennae that distinguish them from other sawflies.