Elm Zigzag Sawfly vs Brachymeria Chalcid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elm Zigzag Sawfly | Brachymeria Chalcid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aproceros leucopoda | Brachymeria intermedia |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Argidae | Chalcididae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | East Asia, invasive in Europe | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Elm Zigzag Sawfly
A small, pale green sawfly of East Asian origin that has become invasive in Europe. Larvae create distinctive zigzag feeding patterns on elm leaves.
Did You Know?
This species reproduces entirely by parthenogenesis in its invasive range; males have never been found in Europe.
Brachymeria Chalcid
A stocky black chalcid wasp that is a hyperparasitoid, attacking other parasitoid wasps inside their hosts. It has become a significant pupal parasitoid of the gypsy moth.
Did You Know?
It is a parasitoid that parasitizes other parasitoids, making it a hyperparasitoid with a complex trophic role.