Netelia Ichneumon Wasp vs Redheaded Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Netelia Ichneumon Wasp | Redheaded Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Netelia melanura | Neodiprion lecontei |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Ichneumonidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 14-18 mm | 6-8 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Netelia Ichneumon Wasp
A large orange ichneumon wasp attracted to light at night. Parasitizes noctuid moth caterpillars. Has a distinctive compressed, blade-like abdomen.
Did You Know?
Regularly enters houses at night, attracted by lights, and can give a mild sting if handled.
Redheaded Pine Sawfly
The most widely distributed pine sawfly in eastern North America. Larvae can completely defoliate young pines, sometimes killing them.
Did You Know?
Larvae rear up in unison and regurgitate resinous fluid when disturbed as a group defense.