Citrus Spittlebug vs Gyas Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Citrus Spittlebug | Gyas Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clastoptera undulata | Dynastes gyas |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Clastopteridae | Dynastinae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 50-110 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Mexico | Brazil |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Gyas Beetle
A large South American relative of the Hercules beetle with shorter, thicker horns. Body is dark brown to black.
Did You Know?
Unlike the Hercules beetle, their elytra remain dark and do not change color with humidity.