Scarlet Pergid Sawfly vs Large Rose Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Pergid Sawfly | Large Rose Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pergagrapta polita | Arge pagana |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pergidae | Argidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 7-10 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern Australia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Large Rose Sawfly
A conspicuous sawfly whose larvae skeletonize rose leaves in gardens and parks. Adults are stout and black with an orange abdomen.
Did You Know?
Larvae curl into an S-shape when disturbed and drop from the leaf as a defense mechanism.