Light Brown Apple Moth vs Green Alder Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Light Brown Apple Moth | Green Alder Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiphyas postvittana | Monsoma pulveratum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 16-25 mm wingspan | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia (native), New Zealand, Europe, North America (invasive) | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Light Brown Apple Moth
A small variable brown moth native to Australia that has invaded several continents. It feeds on over 500 plant species, making it an exceptionally polyphagous pest.
Did You Know?
It holds the record for the broadest known host-plant range of any tortricid moth.
Green Alder Sawfly
A pale green sawfly that blends well with alder foliage. Larvae are translucent green and feed on the undersides of alder leaves.
Did You Know?
This species is one of the few sawflies where the adult body color closely matches its host plant foliage, providing effective camouflage.