Bronze Orange Bug vs Ornate Derbid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bronze Orange Bug | Ornate Derbid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Musgraveia sulciventris | Cedusa ornata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tessaratomidae | Derbidae |
| Size | 20-25 mm | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern Australia | Southeastern United States, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bronze Orange Bug
A large, bronze-colored shield bug that is a pest of citrus trees in eastern Australia. Nymphs are bright green and change to bronze as they mature. It can squirt a foul-smelling, burning liquid at perceived threats.
Did You Know?
Its defensive spray can cause skin burns and temporary blindness, and Australian gardeners are advised to wear eye protection when handling infested citrus trees.
Ornate Derbid
A tiny planthopper with delicate wings featuring intricate brown patterning. Adults have characteristically elongated wings that extend well beyond the body.
Did You Know?
The switch from fungal feeding as nymphs to plant sap feeding as adults represents one of the most dramatic dietary shifts in the insect world.