California Red Scale vs Malagasy Walking Stick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | California Red Scale | Malagasy Walking Stick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aonidiella aurantii | Achrioptera impennis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Diaspididae | Achriopteridae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm diameter | 140-210 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide citrus-growing regions | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Data Deficient |
California Red Scale
A circular reddish-brown armored scale insect that infests citrus bark, leaves, and fruit. Heavy infestations can kill branches and render fruit unmarketable.
Did You Know?
The parasitoid wasp Aphytis melinus is mass-reared by the billions to control this scale in California citrus orchards.
Malagasy Walking Stick
A large, wingless stick insect with a robust green body covered in small tubercles and spiny projections. Females can reach over 20 cm in length.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'impennis' means wingless, distinguishing it from relatives that have retained at least vestigial wing buds.