Neotropical Pergid Sawfly vs Tinkerbell Fairyfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Pergid Sawfly | Tinkerbell Fairyfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acordulecera dorsalis | Tinkerbella nana |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Mymaridae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 0.25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Central and South America | Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Neotropical Pergid Sawfly
A small, dark pergid sawfly found across Central and South America. Adults have compact bodies with relatively short antennae.
Did You Know?
The Neotropical Pergidae have undergone a remarkable radiation in South America, filling ecological niches occupied by tenthredinids in the Northern Hemisphere.
Tinkerbell Fairyfly
One of the smallest insects ever described, named after Peter Pans Tinker Bell. Discovered in Costa Rica in 2013. Measures only 0.25 mm in length.
Did You Know?
Named after the fairy Tinkerbell, this wasp is so tiny it can stand on the tip of a human hair — it was described in 2013 from specimens collected using specialized micro-traps.