Scarlet Pergid Sawfly vs Banded Ichneumon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Pergid Sawfly | Banded Ichneumon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pergagrapta polita | Ichneumon xanthorius |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Ichneumonidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Eastern Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarlet Pergid Sawfly
A brightly colored Australian sawfly with a polished dark body and reddish highlights. Larvae feed on eucalyptus and are often found in clusters.
Did You Know?
The genus Pergagrapta is endemic to Australia and represents part of the remarkable radiation of pergid sawflies on that continent.
Banded Ichneumon
A boldly patterned black-and-yellow parasitoid wasp commonly found in European gardens. It parasitizes large moth caterpillars that pupate in soil.
Did You Know?
Despite its wasp-like warning colors, it rarely stings and is harmless to humans.