Green Alder Sawfly vs Orange Caterpillar Parasite
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Alder Sawfly | Orange Caterpillar Parasite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Monsoma pulveratum | Netelia ephippitarsus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Alder Sawfly
A pale green sawfly that blends well with alder foliage. Larvae are translucent green and feed on the undersides of alder leaves.
Did You Know?
This species is one of the few sawflies where the adult body color closely matches its host plant foliage, providing effective camouflage.
Orange Caterpillar Parasite
A slender, amber-orange ichneumon wasp found across Australasia. It attaches eggs to caterpillars and the larva feeds externally on its host.
Did You Know?
Female wasps can deliver a mild sting if handled, which is unusual among ichneumon wasps.