Coreid Bug vs Madagascar Spittle Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coreid Bug | Madagascar Spittle Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thasus neocalifornicus | Bourgoinrana madagascariensis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Cercopidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Meadows |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Coreid Bug
One of the largest leaf-footed bugs in North America with vivid nymph coloration.
Did You Know?
Nymphs are brilliant metallic blue and red before turning drab brown as adults.
Madagascar Spittle Bug
A small, dark planthopper that produces frothy spittle masses on plant stems as a nymph. Adults are dark brown to black with subtle banded markings on the wings.
Did You Know?
Nymphs surround themselves with a mass of frothy bubbles made from excreted xylem fluid, which protects them from desiccation and predators.