Poplar Sawfly vs Gum Leaf Skeletoniser
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Poplar Sawfly | Gum Leaf Skeletoniser |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichiocampus viminalis | Uraba lugens |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Nolidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Australia, Oceania |
| 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.
Gum Leaf Skeletoniser
A small moth whose caterpillars are known for retaining their shed head capsules stacked on top of each other, forming a tall 'hat'. The larvae feed gregariously on eucalyptus leaves, skeletonising them.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar is nicknamed the 'mad hatterpillar' because it wears a tower of old head capsules like a top hat.