Green Silver-lines vs Wheat Stem Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Silver-lines | Wheat Stem Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudoips prasinana | Cephus cinctus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nolidae | Cephidae |
| Size | 33-40 mm wingspan | 8-13 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Green Silver-lines
A vivid bright-green moth with three diagonal white or silver lines across each forewing. It is one of the most beautiful small moths encountered at light traps.
Did You Know?
Unlike most green moths, its colour is relatively stable and does not fade quickly in museum collections.
Wheat Stem Sawfly
A major pest of wheat and barley on the northern Great Plains of North America. Larvae bore inside stems, weakening them and causing lodging.
Did You Know?
Larvae girdle the stem base before pupating, causing the stem to fall over at harvest.