Honeysuckle Sawfly vs Eucalyptus Psyllid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Honeysuckle Sawfly | Eucalyptus Psyllid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zaraea fasciata | Blastopsylla occidentalis |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cimbicidae | Aphalaridae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, Africa, South America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Honeysuckle Sawfly
A moderately large sawfly with clubbed antennae and a dark body with pale markings. It is closely associated with honeysuckle plants.
Did You Know?
This is one of the smaller members of the Cimbicidae, a family mostly known for its large, robust species.
Eucalyptus Psyllid
An Australian psyllid that has become invasive in eucalyptus plantations worldwide. Nymphs produce distinctive white lerps on leaves.
Did You Know?
It spread to every continent where eucalyptus is planted within just two decades.