Blue-Winged Lanternfly vs Indian Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue-Winged Lanternfly | Indian Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrops intricatus | Bagrada hilaris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue-Winged Lanternfly
A colorful lanternfly from Borneo with blue-green iridescent markings on its wings and an elongated reddish head projection. Its cryptic forewings contrast with vivid hindwings.
Did You Know?
The genus Pyrops contains over 70 species, many found on individual Southeast Asian islands, making them excellent subjects for studying island biogeography.
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.