Poplar Sawfly vs Yellow-Banded Cimbicid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Poplar Sawfly | Yellow-Banded Cimbicid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichiocampus viminalis | Trichiosoma tibiale |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Tenthredinidae | Cimbicidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe |
| 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.
Yellow-Banded Cimbicid
A large, hairy sawfly with a banded abdomen and prominent clubbed antennae. The body is covered in dense yellowish hairs giving it a bumblebee-like appearance.
Did You Know?
This large sawfly is frequently mistaken for a bumblebee in flight due to its hairy body and loud buzzing sound.