Riband Wave Moth vs Redheaded Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Riband Wave Moth | Redheaded Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idaea aversata | Neodiprion lecontei |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 26-33 mm wingspan | 6-8 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Riband Wave Moth
A small greyish moth occurring in both banded and plain forms. The banded form has a conspicuous dark central band across the forewings.
Did You Know?
Both the banded and plain forms can emerge from the same brood of eggs.
Redheaded Pine Sawfly
The most widely distributed pine sawfly in eastern North America. Larvae can completely defoliate young pines, sometimes killing them.
Did You Know?
Larvae rear up in unison and regurgitate resinous fluid when disturbed as a group defense.