Mother Shipton vs Brazilian Pergid Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mother Shipton | Brazilian Pergid Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euclidia mi | Perreyia flavipes |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Pergidae |
| Size | 30-35 mm wingspan | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mother Shipton
A day-flying moth whose forewing markings resemble the profile of a witch's face. It is named after the famous English prophetess Mother Shipton.
Did You Know?
The wing pattern clearly shows a hooked nose, chin, and eye in profile, resembling a caricature of a crone.
Brazilian Pergid Sawfly
A medium-sized pergid sawfly with dark coloring and yellowish legs. Larvae are gregarious and feed on various plant species in pastures and open areas.
Did You Know?
The larvae of this species are toxic to livestock; cattle and sheep that ingest the larvae while grazing can develop severe liver damage and die.