Metallus rohweri
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Metallus rohweri
Metallus rohweri
Metallus rohweri is a unique bug that loves to hide in the leaves. It has shiny colors that help it blend in with its surroundings, making it a special little critter to discover in nature.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Metallus rohweri is a small, stout-bodied sawfly, typically black or dark brown with some yellowish or pale markings on its legs and antennae. Its wings are clear with distinct venation, making it visually different from true flies which have only two wings.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderHymenopteraFamilyTenthredinidaeGenusMetallus
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Despite its name, the sawfly is not a true fly, but actually a relative of bees and wasps!
Sawfly larvae are amazing leaf architects, creating tiny tunnels inside leaves to eat!
Sawfly larvae often look like caterpillars, but they have more tummy legs than butterflies!
The adult female has a special saw-like egg layer, giving these insects their unique name!
Special abilities
Ability
Hidden Leaf Miners
Metallus rohweri larvae can tunnel inside leaves, protected from predators, munching on soft plant tissue.
Ability
Life Transformer
Metallus rohweri undergoes complete metamorphosis, allowing them to change from a leaf-mining larva to a flying adult.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 10-16 mm
- Size
- 4-8 mm
- Lifespan
- 7-20 days
- Flight Speed
- 5 km/h
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
As larvae, this insect eats tunnels into plant leaves; adults may sip nectar or not feed much.
Age differences: Larvae are leaf miners, feeding on the internal tissues of Rubus leaves. Adults are short-lived and may not feed, or they may consume nectar and pollen.
Primary Foods
- Rubus allegheniensis
- Rubus idaeus
- Rubus occidentalis
- Rubus procerus
Foraging Method
- Grazing
Ecological connections
eats
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Allegheny blackberry
Rubus allegheniensis
Larvae mine leaves for food.
eaten by
House sparrow
Passer domesticus
Birds prey on larvae and adults.
parasitizes
Parasitic wasp
Lathrolestes metalli
Larvae are hosts for this tiny wasp.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metallus rohweri's wingspan?
10-16 mm
How big is Metallus rohweri?
4-8 mm
How long does Metallus rohweri live?
7-20 days
How fast can Metallus rohweri fly?
5 km/h
What does Metallus rohweri eat?
As larvae, this insect eats tunnels into plant leaves; adults may sip nectar or not feed much.
Where is Metallus rohweri usually found?
Forests
How does Metallus rohweri hunt?
Grazing
How many legs does Metallus rohweri have?
6
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