Citrus Spittlebug vs Green Lantern Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Citrus Spittlebug | Green Lantern Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clastoptera undulata | Pyrops spinolae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Clastopteridae | Fulgoridae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 45-65 mm including snout |
| Habitat | Orchards | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Mexico | Southeast Asia (Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo) |
| 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.
Green Lantern Bug
A large lanternfly with a long, upturned snout and green wings spotted with yellow-white dots. The head process is laterally compressed and curves upward like a pointed beak.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it flashes its bright hindwings and can produce a clicking sound, startling potential predators.