Australian Satin Sawfly vs Duke of Burgundy
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Satin Sawfly | Duke of Burgundy |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perga lewisi | Hamearis lucina |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 29-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern (declining regionally) |
Australian Satin Sawfly
A large Australian sawfly with a satiny dark blue-black body. Larvae are robust and feed in clusters on eucalyptus foliage.
Did You Know?
The larvae tap their bodies rhythmically against the branch when disturbed, producing vibrations that may alert other larvae in the colony.
Duke of Burgundy
A small, chequered brown and orange butterfly and Europe's only member of the metalmark family. It has declined significantly due to habitat loss.
Did You Know?
Despite its common name suggesting a fritillary, it belongs to an entirely different family.