Pine Webspinning Sawfly vs Red Palm Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Webspinning Sawfly | Red Palm Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cephalcia arvensis | Rhynchophorus ferrugineus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pamphiliidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 19-42 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central and Eastern Europe | Asia, Africa, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pine Webspinning Sawfly
A flat-bodied sawfly with long antennae and dark coloring. Larvae live communally in silk webs spun among spruce needles.
Did You Know?
Periodic outbreaks in spruce monocultures can last several years, with the silk nests becoming a conspicuous feature of infested forests.
Red Palm Weevil
A large rusty-red weevil with a long curved rostrum and dark spots on the thorax. Its larvae bore deep into the trunks of palm trees, often killing them.
Did You Know?
In some Southeast Asian countries, the large grubs of this destructive pest are considered a delicacy and are eaten roasted or fried.