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Raspberry clearwing

Raspberry clearwing

Pennisetia hylaeiformis

A species of Pennisetia, Also known as Raspberry root borer

This elusive creature is an adept mimic, with larvae that bore into the woody stems of its host plants, often favoring the blackberry. Its adult form flaunts clear patches on its wings, which, coupled with its slender abdomen, provides a remarkable resemblance to hymenopteran insects. This mimicry serves as a clever defense against predators, ensuring the survival of raspberry clearwing through each stage of its life cycle.

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Attributes of Raspberry clearwing
Adult Food Sources
Floral nectar from various flowering plants
Larva Food Source
Willow (salix) wood, poplar (populus) wood, aspen (populus tremula) wood, black poplar (populus nigra) wood, crack willow (salix fragilis) wood
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
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Distribution Area of Raspberry clearwing
This species can be found in most of North and Central Europe. It is also present in Caucasus, Transcaspia, Siberia, Manchuria and Japan.
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Life Cycle of Raspberry clearwing
Egg The embryonic stage of raspberry clearwing begins as an ovum. The eggs are typically laid in clusters, are small, and have a distinguishable shape and color that provide protection.
Larva The larva of raspberry clearwing hatches from the egg. It exhibits a worm-like shape, is usually voracious, and grows rapidly, shedding its skin several times as it increases in size.
Pupal During this stage, raspberry clearwing enters a pupal case. It undergoes significant transformation, with internal structures reorganizing. The pupa is generally immobile and can vary in coloration.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult raspberry clearwing’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Raspberry clearwing Larvae
Woodpeckers, rodents, parasitic wasps
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Scientific Classification of Raspberry clearwing
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Youth Habitat of Raspberry clearwing
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Raspberry clearwing
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Raspberry clearwing
The larvae of raspberry clearwing bore into the wood of their host plants, which generally are willow or poplar trees, making baiting with food ineffective. However, adults are attracted to the flowers of their host plants and fermented sugars.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Raspberry clearwing
Adult raspberry clearwing tend to be more active in warm, sunny, and calm weather conditions, which is ideal for them to feed and mate.
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How and Where Can You Find Raspberry clearwing at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of raspberry clearwing are typically laid on the bark of host plants. To find them, inspect the crevices of willow or poplar tree bark for small, round, off-white to pale yellow eggs.
Larva Larvae of raspberry clearwing can be found by searching for signs of boring into the wood of host plants. Look for frass (insect waste) or boreholes in willow or poplar trees.
Pupal Pupae of raspberry clearwing can sometimes be found within the cavities they create inside the host plant wood. Locate pupae by carefully removing sections of wood around known larval boreholes.
Adult Adult raspberry clearwing are attracted to the flowers of host plants and can be found nectaring on them. Sightings are more common in suitable weather and time, or one may use lures made of fermented sugars to attract them.
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Harmful Effects of Raspberry clearwing
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Agricultural Pests

The larvae of raspberry clearwing bore into stems and roots, causing wilting and sometimes death of various crops. A mild infestation may stress plants, while severe attacks can lead to significant yield losses, impacting food supplies and economic stability.

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