South American Wattle Sawfly vs Mount Hermon June Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Wattle Sawfly | Mount Hermon June Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arge pullata | Polyphylla barbata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Argidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 2-3 cm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern Africa | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
South American Wattle Sawfly
A shiny black argid sawfly that feeds on wattle (Acacia) trees. Larvae are green with dark dorsal markings and can cause significant defoliation.
Did You Know?
This species is one of the relatively few argid sawflies found in Africa, where the family is less diverse than in other continents.
Mount Hermon June Beetle
A scarab beetle endemic to sandhills in Santa Cruz County, California. Adults emerge in summer and are attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
Its larvae feed on roots underground for up to three years before emerging as adults.