Alpine Plant Bug vs Apple Sucker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Plant Bug | Apple Sucker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lygus punctatus | Cacopsylla mali |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Miridae | Psyllidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm body length | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Heathland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Alps, Northern Asia | Europe, Central Asia, East Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alpine Plant Bug
A small, variable plant bug found on alpine flowers and herbs. It feeds on plant sap and developing seeds.
Did You Know?
It can change color depending on the flowers it feeds upon.
Apple Sucker
A small psyllid pest of apple trees with greenish-brown coloring that changes seasonally. Nymphs produce copious honeydew and waxy secretions on developing buds and flowers.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can cause complete failure of fruit set, as nymphs feeding inside flower clusters kill the developing blossoms before they can be pollinated.