Symphyta

Symphyta (Sawfly wasps)

Taxonomy

Symphyta, or sawflies, are in the order Hymenoptera, along with bees, wasps, and ants.

Description

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Nest Structure

Sawfly larvae are herbivores; many eat foliage, some bore in stems or are leaf miners. They overwinter individually in the ground or protected places. Sawflies may be entering our blocks as larvae in search of an overwintering location.

Hole Sizes

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Voltinism

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Activity Period

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References

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Symphyta, Bee Atlas specimen (Photo courtesy of Thea Evans)