Blue Mormon vs Loblolly Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Mormon | Loblolly Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio polymnestor | Neodiprion taedae linearis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 120-150 mm wingspan | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka) | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Mormon
A large, spectacular swallowtail butterfly with deep black wings overlaid with brilliant blue bands. It is one of the largest butterflies in India and the state butterfly of Maharashtra.
Did You Know?
The Blue Mormon is the state butterfly of Maharashtra and is protected under Indian wildlife law in certain states.
Loblolly Pine Sawfly
A pine sawfly from the southeastern United States whose yellowish-green larvae feed on the needles of loblolly and other southern pines.
Did You Know?
Young larvae feed only on the outer needle tissue, leaving the central vein intact, giving infested needles a characteristic straw-like appearance.