Twig Ant vs Jack Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Twig Ant | Jack Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomyrmex gracilis | Neodiprion pratti banksianae |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 6-8 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, Central America, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Twig Ant
A slender fast-moving ant that nests in hollow twigs and delivers a painful sting.
Did You Know?
It has excellent vision and can spot approaching threats from several centimeters away.
Jack Pine Sawfly
A serious defoliator of jack pine in the Great Lakes region. Periodic outbreaks can strip thousands of hectares of jack pine.
Did You Know?
Outbreaks are often triggered by several consecutive years of warm, dry spring weather.