Silver-green Leaf Weevil vs Honeysuckle Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silver-green Leaf Weevil | Honeysuckle Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllobius argentatus | Zaraea fasciata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Cimbicidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silver-green Leaf Weevil
A beautiful green and gold weevil found on the foliage of deciduous trees and shrubs. Covered in round iridescent scales. A common spring and early summer species.
Did You Know?
Each tiny iridescent scale on its body acts as a miniature diffraction grating, creating the green metallic color.
Honeysuckle Sawfly
A moderately large sawfly with clubbed antennae and a dark body with pale markings. It is closely associated with honeysuckle plants.
Did You Know?
This is one of the smaller members of the Cimbicidae, a family mostly known for its large, robust species.