Citrus Spittlebug vs African Goliath Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Citrus Spittlebug | African Goliath Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clastoptera undulata | Goliathus cacicus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Clastopteridae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 50-90 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Mexico | West Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Citrus Spittlebug
A small oval-shaped spittlebug with dark brown and cream banding. Nymphs produce frothy spittle masses on pecan, citrus, and other trees throughout the southeastern United States.
Did You Know?
Spittle masses produced by the nymphs can be so abundant on pecan trees that they rain down on people walking beneath, giving the impression of a light drizzle.
African Goliath Beetle
A large cetoniine beetle with cream and dark brown patterning across its wing cases. It is found in lowland forests of West Africa.
Did You Know?
Goliathus cacicus was one of the first goliath beetle species described by European naturalists in the 18th century.