White Pine Sawfly vs Neotropical Atlas Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White Pine Sawfly | Neotropical Atlas Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion pinetum | Arsenura armida |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm (adult) | 120-160 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Mexico through Brazil, Argentina |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
White Pine Sawfly
A defoliator primarily attacking eastern white pine in North America. Larvae feed in clusters, consuming entire needles.
Did You Know?
Repeated heavy defoliation over several years can kill even mature white pine trees.
Neotropical Atlas Moth
A large silkmoth with wavy brown and grey wings and distinctive scalloped wing margins. Its caterpillars are gregarious and processionary.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars march nose-to-tail in long single-file processions between feeding and resting sites on tree trunks.