Dock Leaf Weevil vs South American Eucalyptus Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dock Leaf Weevil | South American Eucalyptus Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhinoncus pericarpius | Lophyrotoma zonalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Pergidae |
| Size | 2.5-3.5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Leaf Miners | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, invasive in South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dock Leaf Weevil
A small grey-brown weevil found on dock and sorrel plants. Larvae mine inside dock stems. One of several weevil species associated with dock plants.
Did You Know?
Part of a community of six or more weevil species that share dock plants, each exploiting a different plant part.
South American Eucalyptus Sawfly
A dark-bodied pergid sawfly that has become a significant pest of eucalyptus plantations in South America. Larvae are gregarious and can cause severe defoliation.
Did You Know?
This Australian native became a major pest after eucalyptus was widely planted in South America, far from its natural enemies.