Cixiid Planthopper vs Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cixiid Planthopper | Brown Marmorated Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cixius nervosus | Halyomorpha halys |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cixiidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 12-17 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Asia, North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cixiid Planthopper
A small brownish planthopper with prominently veined transparent wings. Nymphs develop underground feeding on roots, while adults are found on shrubs and tree foliage.
Did You Know?
Cixiid planthoppers are important vectors of phytoplasma diseases affecting fruit trees, grapevines, and other crops across Europe.
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
A shield-shaped brown bug with marbled patterning and distinctive white-banded antennae. Native to East Asia, it has become a devastating invasive agricultural pest on multiple continents.
Did You Know?
This stink bug releases a pungent chemical from thoracic glands when disturbed, and a single house can harbor over 25,000 overwintering adults in its wall voids.