Swaine Jack Pine Sawfly vs Neotropical Robber Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Swaine Jack Pine Sawfly | Neotropical Robber Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion swainei | Ommatius orenoquensis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Asilidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Eastern Canada, northeastern United States | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Swaine Jack Pine Sawfly
A pine sawfly with strongly pectinate male antennae and sawfly females that are stouter and paler. Larvae are olive green with lighter stripes and feed on jack pine.
Did You Know?
Major outbreaks have historically defoliated millions of hectares of jack pine in Quebec, though populations crash when viral diseases sweep through colonies.
Neotropical Robber Fly
A slender tropical robber fly found in South American lowland forests. It hunts from leaf tips in the forest understory.
Did You Know?
The genus Ommatius is one of the most species-rich robber fly genera in the tropics.