Poplar Sawfly vs Derbid Planthopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Poplar Sawfly | Derbid Planthopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichiocampus viminalis | Anotia bonnetii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Derbidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Eastern United States, Caribbean, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Poplar Sawfly
A small sawfly with a yellow-orange body and black head. Its brightly colored yellow-and-black larvae feed on poplar and willow leaves in conspicuous clusters.
Did You Know?
The larvae display classic aposematic coloration with bold yellow and black markings, warning predators of their unpalatability.
Derbid Planthopper
A delicate planthopper with elongated, paddle-shaped wings held flat over the body. It is pale yellowish-green and often found resting on palm fronds and broad-leaved plants.
Did You Know?
Unlike most planthoppers, derbid nymphs are mycophagous, feeding on fungal hyphae in leaf litter and rotting wood before switching to plant sap as adults.