Blue-Winged Lanternfly vs Rough Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue-Winged Lanternfly | Rough Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrops intricatus | Brochymena quadripustulata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia | Eastern North America |
| 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.
Rough Stink Bug
A gray-brown bark-colored stink bug with a rough, granular body surface that provides excellent camouflage on tree trunks. It has four small pale spots on the scutellum. It feeds on tree fruits but also preys on caterpillars.
Did You Know?
Its bark-like coloration and texture make it virtually invisible when resting on tree trunks, and it will press itself flat against the bark and freeze when disturbed.