Large Birch Cimbicid vs Wall Brown
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Birch Cimbicid | Wall Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cimbex connatus | Lasiommata megera |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cimbicidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 18-28 mm | Wingspan 36-50mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Northern and Eastern Europe, Siberia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Birch Cimbicid
A very large sawfly, closely related to C. femoratus, with a massive body and distinctly clubbed antennae. Adults vary in color from yellowish to dark brownish-black.
Did You Know?
This species was once confused with C. femoratus until detailed morphological studies separated them as distinct species based on antennal and genital characters.
Wall Brown
An orange-brown butterfly with eyespots that basks with wings open on walls, rocks and bare ground.
Did You Know?
Named for its habit of sunbathing on warm walls and has sadly declined across much of western Europe.