Cimbicid sawflies
Scientific name: Cimbicidae
Cimbicid sawflies
Scientific name: Cimbicidae
Description
Members of the Cimbicidae family may look intimidating due to their substantial size and robust build, but these fascinating creatures are actually harmless giants among sawflies. Often mistaken for bees or wasps because of their appearance, members of Cimbicidae are neither—they're plant-eating sawflies. Their larvae resemble caterpillars and can be found munching on leaves, a detail that highlights their role in the ecosystem as natural leaf pruners. Despite their fierce look, Cimbicidae sawflies do not possess stingers, a common misconception, making them a perfect example of how appearances in the animal kingdom can often be deceiving.