Balsam Woolly Adelgid vs Madagascar Spittle Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Balsam Woolly Adelgid | Madagascar Spittle Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adelges piceae | Bourgoinrana madagascariensis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Adelgidae | Cercopidae |
| Size | 0.5-1 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Meadows |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Balsam Woolly Adelgid
An invasive European adelgid that kills fir trees in North America. Its feeding causes abnormal wood formation called rotholz.
Did You Know?
It nearly eliminated Fraser fir from the highest peaks of the southern Appalachian Mountains.
Madagascar Spittle Bug
A small, dark planthopper that produces frothy spittle masses on plant stems as a nymph. Adults are dark brown to black with subtle banded markings on the wings.
Did You Know?
Nymphs surround themselves with a mass of frothy bubbles made from excreted xylem fluid, which protects them from desiccation and predators.