Pergid Leaf Miner vs Dock Leaf Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pergid Leaf Miner | Dock Leaf Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phylacteophaga froggatti | Rhinoncus pericarpius |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 2.5-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Leaf Miners |
| Regions | Australia, introduced to parts of Africa and South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pergid Leaf Miner
A small sawfly whose larvae create blister-like mines in eucalyptus leaves. Adults are small and brownish with clear wings.
Did You Know?
This species has become a significant pest in eucalyptus plantations outside Australia, particularly in the Mediterranean region and Africa.
Dock Leaf Weevil
A small grey-brown weevil found on dock and sorrel plants. Larvae mine inside dock stems. One of several weevil species associated with dock plants.
Did You Know?
Part of a community of six or more weevil species that share dock plants, each exploiting a different plant part.