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Systematics, Evolution, and Biodiversity

10-Minute Paper

SysEB: Morphology

Sawfly GenUS: A new resource for North American sawfly (Hymenoptera: Symphyta) identification

Sunday, October 31, 2021
2:18 PM – 2:30 PM MT
Location: Colorado Convention Center, Meeting Room 501-502
In-Person

Sawfly GenUS is an interactive identification tool produced by USDA APHIS Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) Identification Technology Program (ITP) for all sawfly (Hymenoptera: Symphyta) genera found in the United States and Canada. The second edition will be released in 2021 and will include: fact sheets and range maps for 12 families, 136 genera and 28 select wood-boring species; 4 multi-access identification keys; a photo gallery; an illustrated glossary; and informational pages that summarize sawfly biology, morphology, classification and economic importance. This tool is intended to help recognize exotic sawfly introductions and provide access to general information on affected plants, range, and diversity of these insects. This tool should be useful for port identifiers and screeners, provincial and state departments of agriculture, university extension professionals, and any non-expert with an interest in sawflies.