European Pine Sawfly vs Gum Leaf Skeletoniser
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Pine Sawfly | Gum Leaf Skeletoniser |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion sertifer | Uraba lugens |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Nolidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm (adult) | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
European Pine Sawfly
A common defoliator of pines in Europe and an invasive pest in North America. Larvae feed gregariously on older needles of various pine species.
Did You Know?
A nuclear polyhedrosis virus naturally controls its populations and is used as a biopesticide.
Gum Leaf Skeletoniser
A small moth whose caterpillars are known for retaining their shed head capsules stacked on top of each other, forming a tall 'hat'. The larvae feed gregariously on eucalyptus leaves, skeletonising them.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar is nicknamed the 'mad hatterpillar' because it wears a tower of old head capsules like a top hat.