Elm Zigzag Sawfly vs Mediterranean Stick Insect
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elm Zigzag Sawfly | Mediterranean Stick Insect |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aproceros leucopoda | Bacillus rossius |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Argidae | Bacillidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 60-105mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Asia, invasive in Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Mediterranean Stick Insect
A slender brown or green stick insect common around the Mediterranean. It is one of the few stick insects native to Europe. Some populations are entirely female, reproducing by parthenogenesis.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of stick insect species native to Europe, most being tropical.