Brazilian Pergid Sawfly vs Solomon's Seal Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Pergid Sawfly | Solomon's Seal Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perreyia flavipes | Phymatocera aterrima |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brazilian Pergid Sawfly
A medium-sized pergid sawfly with dark coloring and yellowish legs. Larvae are gregarious and feed on various plant species in pastures and open areas.
Did You Know?
The larvae of this species are toxic to livestock; cattle and sheep that ingest the larvae while grazing can develop severe liver damage and die.
Solomon's Seal Sawfly
A small, entirely black sawfly whose grayish-white larvae with black heads are highly destructive to Solomon's seal plants. Larvae feed from the leaf edges inward.
Did You Know?
The larvae are so well camouflaged against the undersides of Solomon's seal leaves that gardeners often only notice them after severe damage is done.