Woodland Grasshopper vs Blackberry Leaf Miner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Woodland Grasshopper | Blackberry Leaf Miner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Omocestus rufipes | Metallus pumilus |
| Order | Orthoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 13-22mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Woodland Grasshopper
A small dark grasshopper with a distinctive red-tipped abdomen in both sexes. Found in warm sheltered spots.
Did You Know?
Identified by its red-tipped abdomen which is visible even when the grasshopper is hopping away from you.
Blackberry Leaf Miner
A tiny, dark metallic sawfly whose larvae create blotch mines in blackberry and raspberry leaves. Mined areas turn brown and papery.
Did You Know?
Despite their tiny size, heavy infestations can mine nearly every leaf on a blackberry bush, significantly reducing fruit yield.