Bristly Roseslug Sawfly
Cladius pectinicornis
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hymenoptera
- Family: Tenthredinidae
- Subfamily: Nematinae
- Tribe: Cladiini
- Genus: Cladius
- Species: pectinicornis
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cladius pectinicornis: //ˈkleɪ.di.əs ˌpɛkˈtɪn.ɪˌkɔːr.nɪs//
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Summary
Cladius pectinicornis is a sawfly known for its distinctive hairy appearance and feeding behavior on rose-related plants, contributing to ecological interactions within these habitats.
Physical Characteristics
5-7 mm in length; features long hairs on body and prolegs on abdominal segments 2-7 and 10.
Identification Tips
Look for the distinctive long hairs on the body and prolegs, along with their association with rose plants.
Habitat
Typically found in areas where rose, raspberry, and strawberry plants grow.
Distribution
Native to the Palaearctic; possibly introduced to North America.
Diet
Larvae feed on rose leaves, raspberry, and strawberry; initially skeletonize leaves before consuming all tissue.
Life Cycle
May go through multiple generations per year if temperatures remain warm.
Reproduction
Reproduction specifics are not detailed, but multiple generations indicate a reproductive strategy that may favor warmer conditions.
Ecosystem Role
Plays a role in the ecological dynamics of rose and berry plant communities, potentially affecting plant health.
Economic Impact
Potential damage to raspberry and strawberry crops.
Evolution
Considered synonymous with Cladius difformis by some, though others argue for distinct species status.
Similar Taxa
Misconceptions
Some literature suggests C. pectinicornis and C. difformis are the same, despite ongoing debate about their distinction.
Tags
- sawfly
- CladiusPectinicornis
- Palaearctic
- roseslug