South American Wattle Sawfly vs Swede Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Wattle Sawfly | Swede Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arge pullata | Contarinia nasturtii |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Argidae | Cecidomyiidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Southern Africa | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Wattle Sawfly
A shiny black argid sawfly that feeds on wattle (Acacia) trees. Larvae are green with dark dorsal markings and can cause significant defoliation.
Did You Know?
This species is one of the relatively few argid sawflies found in Africa, where the family is less diverse than in other continents.
Swede Midge
A minute yellowish-brown gall midge that attacks brassica crops by distorting growing points. Its tiny larvae feed inside developing buds, causing characteristic twisted and swollen growth.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in North America in 2000 and has since become a major emerging pest of brassica crops.