Leaf-Rolling Rose Sawfly vs Savanna Driver Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Leaf-Rolling Rose Sawfly | Savanna Driver Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blennocampa phyllocolpa | Dorylus gribodoi |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 2-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, introduced to North America | East Africa, Southern Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Leaf-Rolling Rose Sawfly
A tiny black sawfly that causes rose leaflets to roll downward into tight cylinders. The larva feeds inside the rolled leaf shelter.
Did You Know?
The female injects a chemical into the leaf margin during egg-laying that causes the leaf to roll tightly, creating a protective tube for the developing larva.
Savanna Driver Ant
A subterranean driver ant of African savannas that rarely surfaces, conducting most raids through underground tunnels. Colonies may exceed 20 million workers.
Did You Know?
Their underground lifestyle means entire colonies can exist beneath a village without residents ever seeing a single ant.