Scarlet-Bodied Pergid Sawfly vs Mountain Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet-Bodied Pergid Sawfly | Mountain Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perga kirbyi | Protonemura montana |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Nemouridae |
| Size | 16-24 mm | 6-10 mm body length |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Alps, British mountains |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarlet-Bodied Pergid Sawfly
A large, robustly built Australian sawfly with a bright scarlet to red-orange abdomen and dark head and thorax. Its spitfire larvae feed on eucalyptus in tight clusters.
Did You Know?
Adult females demonstrate rare parental care for an insect by guarding their egg batch and early-instar larvae on the eucalyptus leaf.
Mountain Stonefly
A small brown stonefly common along mountain brooks and streams. Nymphs feed on fallen leaves in cold, well-oxygenated water.
Did You Know?
Its presence is an indicator of excellent water quality in mountain streams.