South American Eucalyptus Sawfly vs Spine-Tailed Earwig
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Eucalyptus Sawfly | Spine-Tailed Earwig |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lophyrotoma zonalis | Doru aculeatum |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Dermaptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Forficulidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, invasive in South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Eucalyptus Sawfly
A dark-bodied pergid sawfly that has become a significant pest of eucalyptus plantations in South America. Larvae are gregarious and can cause severe defoliation.
Did You Know?
This Australian native became a major pest after eucalyptus was widely planted in South America, far from its natural enemies.
Spine-Tailed Earwig
A slender earwig found in cornfields and grassy habitats across eastern North America. It shelters in the leaf whorls of corn and other tall grasses.
Did You Know?
Farmers consider this earwig beneficial because it preys heavily on corn earworm eggs and aphids in crop fields.