Argent and Sable Moth vs Striped Alder Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Argent and Sable Moth | Striped Alder Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rheumaptera hastata | Hemichroa crocea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 28-34 mm wingspan | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Northern Europe | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Argent and Sable Moth
A strikingly patterned black and white day-flying moth. Found on moorland and in birch woodland. Has declined severely in southern parts of its range. Named from heraldic terms.
Did You Know?
Named using heraldic terms: 'argent' for silver/white and 'sable' for black, describing its bold pattern.
Striped Alder Sawfly
A brightly colored sawfly with an orange body and black markings on the thorax. Larvae are pale yellowish-green with dark dorsal stripes and feed on alder and birch.
Did You Know?
This species can reproduce both sexually and parthenogenetically, with unfertilized eggs developing into males.