Columbian Flower Planthopper vs Koa Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Columbian Flower Planthopper | Koa Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Poekilloptera phalaenoides | Coleotichus blackburniae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Flatidae | Scutelleridae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Columbian Flower Planthopper
A large and spectacular flatid with broad white wings marked with black spots, closely resembling a moth. Groups of nymphs produce masses of white waxy filaments on branches.
Did You Know?
Clusters of waxy-coated nymphs on a branch can look like a fungal growth or cotton mass, providing effective communal camouflage.
Koa Bug
A colorful jewel bug endemic to Hawaii with metallic green, gold, and red coloring. It feeds on koa and other native trees.
Did You Know?
Invasive parasitoid wasps have drastically reduced its numbers across the Hawaiian Islands.