How many generations does the Introduced Sawfly have each year?

The Introduced Sawfly typically has 2 complete generations within a year, along with a partial third generation. This life cycle allows the insect to adapt to varying environmental conditions and food availability throughout the growing season. During the first two generations, the sawfly goes through the egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages, with each generation taking advantage of the life cycle of the host plants. The partial third generation occurs later in the season, primarily because the conditions may still support the larvae development into adults, although not all of them reach maturity. This ability to have multiple generations per year enables the Introduced Sawfly to build its population quickly and can lead to increased instances of damage to ornamental plants and turf if left uncontrolled. Understanding the life cycle of this pest is crucial for effective pest management strategies, as it guides timing for treatments and monitoring efforts.