Rose Slug Sawfly vs Flower Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rose Slug Sawfly | Flower Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Endelomyia aethiops | Cerceris rybyensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Crabronidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, introduced to North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rose Slug Sawfly
A small, dark sawfly whose slug-like larvae skeletonize rose leaves by feeding on the upper leaf surface. Larvae are pale yellowish-green and covered in a thin mucus layer.
Did You Know?
Damaged rose leaves develop a characteristic translucent, papery appearance as only the lower epidermis remains after larval feeding.
Flower Wasp
A solitary wasp that hunts small mining bees to provision its nest. Nests in sandy soil, often in dense aggregations. Distinguished from other wasps by its hunting specialization.
Did You Know?
Specializes in hunting mining bees (Andrena), catching them on flowers and carrying them back to its burrow.