Apple Sucker vs Abisara echerius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Apple Sucker | Abisara echerius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cacopsylla mali | Abisara echerius |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Psyllidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia, East Asia | South Asia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Abisara echerius
Dark brown butterfly with purple sheen and a short tail on each hindwing. One of the few Asian riodinids, commonly called the Plum Judy.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of metalmark species found outside of the Americas.