Pecan Weevil vs Social Pear Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pecan Weevil | Social Pear Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Curculio caryae | Neurotoma saltuum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Pamphiliidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern and Southern United States | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pecan Weevil
A brown weevil with a long snout that is a significant pest of pecan and hickory trees. Larvae develop inside the nuts over several weeks.
Did You Know?
Its larvae remain underground in a resting state for up to three years before finally pupating.
Social Pear Sawfly
A broad-bodied sawfly with long antennae whose larvae spin communal webs on pear and other fruit trees. Multiple larvae feed together within the silk nest.
Did You Know?
The larvae build elaborate communal silk nests that can envelope entire branch clusters, creating conspicuous webbed masses on fruit trees.