Ringed China-mark Moth vs Pergid Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ringed China-mark Moth | Pergid Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parapoynx stratiotata | Perga affinis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Crambidae | Pergidae |
| Size | 24-30 mm wingspan | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ringed China-mark Moth
A pretty white moth with brown ringed markings, closely associated with aquatic habitats. Its caterpillars are fully aquatic with functional gills.
Did You Know?
The larvae breathe underwater using gill-like filaments along their abdomen.
Pergid Sawfly
An Australian sawfly whose larvae form dense defensive clusters called spitfires on eucalyptus trees. When threatened, larvae rear up and regurgitate eucalyptus oil.
Did You Know?
Larvae tap their tails on the branch in unison to signal the group to move to fresh leaves.