Puerto Rican Harlequin Butterfly vs White Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Puerto Rican Harlequin Butterfly | White Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Atlantea tulita | Neodiprion pinetum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 6-9 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Puerto Rico | North America |
| Conservation | Endangered | Not Evaluated |
Puerto Rican Harlequin Butterfly
A small endangered butterfly endemic to Puerto Rico with orange and black checkered wings. It inhabits moist limestone forests in the northern karst region.
Did You Know?
Fewer than a few hundred individuals are believed to remain in the wild.
White Pine Sawfly
A defoliator primarily attacking eastern white pine in North America. Larvae feed in clusters, consuming entire needles.
Did You Know?
Repeated heavy defoliation over several years can kill even mature white pine trees.