Elm Leafminer vs Australian Paper Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elm Leafminer | Australian Paper Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Fenusa ulmi | Polistes humilis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Vespidae |
| Size | 2.5-4 mm (adult) | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Elm Leafminer
A sawfly whose larvae mine between the upper and lower surfaces of elm leaves. Mines appear as blotchy brown patches on foliage.
Did You Know?
Each larva creates a single blotch mine that can expand to cover half the leaf.
Australian Paper Wasp
A common Australian paper wasp that builds small, open-celled papery nests under eaves, in shrubs, and other sheltered locations. It is a beneficial predator of caterpillars and other garden pests.
Did You Know?
Paper wasps chew wood fibres mixed with saliva to create their distinctive papery nests, a form of natural paper-making.