Acanaloniid Planthopper vs Indian Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Acanaloniid Planthopper | Indian Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanalonia conica | Bagrada hilaris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Acanaloniidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Acanaloniid Planthopper
A small bright green planthopper with broad leaf-shaped wings that provide excellent camouflage among foliage. Its rounded, tent-like wing profile is distinctive among North American planthoppers.
Did You Know?
Its bright green color so perfectly matches living leaves that it is nearly invisible when resting on foliage, often noticed only when it jumps away.
Indian Stink Bug
A small, shield-shaped bug with a distinctive black and orange pattern. It is a serious pest of cruciferous crops, particularly mustard, and releases a pungent defensive odor when disturbed.
Did You Know?
This pest has become invasive in the United States and is now established in California, where it damages organic vegetable crops.