Hebrew Character vs Pergid Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hebrew Character | Pergid Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orthosia gothica | Perga affinis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Pergidae |
| Size | 30-37 mm wingspan | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hebrew Character
A spring-flying moth with a distinctive black C-shaped marking on each forewing that resembles a Hebrew letter. It is one of the first moths to appear after winter.
Did You Know?
It is often the most abundant moth at sugar and light traps in March and April across Europe.
Pergid Sawfly
An Australian sawfly whose larvae form dense defensive clusters called spitfires on eucalyptus trees. When threatened, larvae rear up and regurgitate eucalyptus oil.
Did You Know?
Larvae tap their tails on the branch in unison to signal the group to move to fresh leaves.