Pale-Footed Birch Sawfly vs Ringlet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pale-Footed Birch Sawfly | Ringlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Profenusa thomsoni | Aphantopus hyperantus |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | Wingspan 42-48mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, introduced to North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pale-Footed Birch Sawfly
A tiny black sawfly whose larvae create distinctive blotch mines within birch leaves. Mined leaves develop brown, papery patches.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can cause over 80 percent of birch leaves to become mined, giving trees a scorched appearance by late summer.
Ringlet
A dark chocolate-brown butterfly with small ringed eyespots on the underwings. Flies in shady grasslands.
Did You Know?
One of the few butterflies that thrives in shade, often flying in cloudy weather when others are grounded.