Grass Sawfly vs Oleander Hawkmoth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grass Sawfly | Oleander Hawkmoth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pachynematus clitellatus | Daphnis nerii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 80-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Africa, Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Grass Sawfly
A small, inconspicuous greenish sawfly associated with grasses. Larvae are smooth, pale green and feed on various meadow grasses.
Did You Know?
Grass-feeding sawflies are among the least studied groups of Symphyta despite being common and widespread in grassland ecosystems.
Oleander Hawkmoth
A large hawkmoth with beautiful camouflage patterns in shades of green and pink that perfectly match oleander leaves. It is a strong migrant.
Did You Know?
Despite its larvae feeding on the highly toxic oleander plant, the caterpillars are not themselves poisonous to predators.