Subarctic Crane Fly vs Hazel Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Subarctic Crane Fly | Hazel Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prionocera turcica | Croesus septentrionalis |
| Order | Diptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tipulidae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm body length | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Siberia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Subarctic Crane Fly
A medium-sized crane fly with distinctive patterned wings and long, slender legs. Larvae develop in wet peatland soils. Adults are poor fliers and often rest on low vegetation in sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
The larvae of this crane fly can survive in waterlogged, low-oxygen peat soil by breathing through specialized anal papillae.
Hazel Sawfly
A medium-sized sawfly with an orange abdomen and dark thorax. The bluish-green larvae with black heads feed gregariously on hazel, birch, and alder.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, the gregarious larvae raise their tails simultaneously in an S-shape, creating an intimidating group display to deter predators.