Green-legged Sawfly vs Ornate Soldier Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green-legged Sawfly | Ornate Soldier Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perga dorsalis | Odontomyia ornata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Stratiomyidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm (adult) | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Green-legged Sawfly
An Australian pergid whose larvae feed gregariously on eucalyptus foliage. Heavy defoliation can stress and weaken young plantation trees.
Did You Know?
Larvae regurgitate a pungent eucalyptus-oil-based liquid as a chemical defense against birds.
Ornate Soldier Fly
A medium-sized soldier fly with a green and black patterned abdomen and a somewhat flattened body. Adults are sluggish fliers often found basking on waterside vegetation.
Did You Know?
Its aquatic larvae have a unique hydrophobic tail fringe that acts as a breathing snorkel at the water surface.