Nettle-tree Butterfly vs Birch Leaf-Roller Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle-tree Butterfly | Birch Leaf-Roller Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Libythea celtis | Pamphilius betulae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Pamphiliidae |
| Size | Wingspan 40-50mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | Europe, northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nettle-tree Butterfly
A medium butterfly with angular wings and an extremely long snout formed by elongated palps. Its wings are dark brown with orange patches.
Did You Know?
Its elongated palps give it the longest snout of any European butterfly making it instantly recognizable.
Birch Leaf-Roller Sawfly
A flat-bodied sawfly with long, thread-like antennae and a broad abdomen. Larvae roll birch leaves into tubes using silk and feed inside these shelters.
Did You Know?
The larva creates an elaborate rolled-leaf shelter that protects it from both predators and weather while it feeds inside.