African Citrus Psyllid vs Bed Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Citrus Psyllid | Bed Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trioza erytreae | Cimex lectularius |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Triozidae | Cimicidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa, Madeira, Canary Islands, Iberian Peninsula (invasive) | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Citrus Psyllid
A small brownish psyllid that causes distinctive pit galls on citrus leaves. It vectors the African form of citrus greening disease and is expanding its range into Europe.
Did You Know?
Unlike the Asian citrus psyllid, this species prefers cooler climates and has been detected in Portugal and Spain, threatening Mediterranean citrus production.
Bed Bug
Obligate blood-feeding parasites of humans. Can survive up to a year without feeding. Have made a dramatic worldwide resurgence due to pesticide resistance and increased travel.
Did You Know?
Bed bugs can survive without a blood meal for over a year and can withstand temperatures from near-freezing to 50°C, making them extraordinarily difficult to eliminate.