Lesser Pine Sawyer vs Palmetto Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Pine Sawyer | Palmetto Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Monochamus sutor | Rhynchophorus cruentatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 15-28 mm | 25-33 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Russia, Central Europe, Siberia | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Lesser Pine Sawyer
A mottled brown longhorn beetle found across the boreal forests of Eurasia. It breeds in recently dead or weakened conifer trees. This species is a vector of the pine wood nematode in parts of Europe.
Did You Know?
A single infested log can harbor dozens of larvae, each creating a separate gallery in the sapwood.
Palmetto Weevil
The largest weevil in North America, with variable black and red coloring. It attacks stressed cabbage palms and other palmetto species.
Did You Know?
It can detect a stressed or dying palm tree from several kilometers away using chemical cues.