Xyelid Pine Bud Sawfly vs Balkan Goldenring
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Xyelid Pine Bud Sawfly | Balkan Goldenring |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xyela minor | Cordulegaster heros |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Xyelidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 85-97 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Xyelid Pine Bud Sawfly
A tiny sawfly with the characteristic elongated third antennal segment of its ancient family. Adults emerge in early spring to coincide with pine pollen release.
Did You Know?
Xyelid sawflies time their adult emergence precisely to the few weeks when pine male cones are shedding pollen, their larvae's only food source.
Balkan Goldenring
The largest dragonfly in Europe, reaching nearly 100 mm in length. It is restricted to clean forest streams in southeastern Europe.
Did You Know?
At nearly 100 mm, it holds the record as the largest dragonfly species in Europe.