Cooley Spruce Gall Adelgid vs Say's Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cooley Spruce Gall Adelgid | Say's Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adelges cooleyi | Chlorochroa sayi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Adelgidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 0.5-1 mm | 13-17 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cooley Spruce Gall Adelgid
A gall-forming adelgid that alternates between spruce and Douglas-fir. Cone-shaped galls on spruce tips are its most recognizable sign.
Did You Know?
The pineapple-shaped galls it forms on spruce tips are often mistaken for small cones.
Say's Stink Bug
A bright green stink bug common in arid and semi-arid habitats of western North America. It can be a significant pest of dry-farmed crops.
Did You Know?
It overwinters in large aggregations under sagebrush bark, sometimes numbering in the thousands.