Oregon Oak Gall Wasp vs Scarlet Pergid Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oregon Oak Gall Wasp | Scarlet Pergid Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Besbicus mirabilis | Pergagrapta polita |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cynipidae | Pergidae |
| Size | 2–3 mm | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Herbivores |
| Regions | Western North America | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Oregon Oak Gall Wasp
A gall wasp that induces conspicuous galls on Oregon white oak in western North America. Galls form on leaf veins and can be quite abundant.
Did You Know?
Native Americans used some oak galls medicinally as an astringent to treat mouth sores and skin wounds.
Scarlet Pergid Sawfly
A brightly colored Australian sawfly with a polished dark body and reddish highlights. Larvae feed on eucalyptus and are often found in clusters.
Did You Know?
The genus Pergagrapta is endemic to Australia and represents part of the remarkable radiation of pergid sawflies on that continent.