Cotton Aphid vs Cuban Green June Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cotton Aphid | Cuban Green June Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphis gossypii | Cotinis mutabilis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Aphididae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 1-1.8 mm | 20-33 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Cuba, Caribbean, Central America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Cotton Aphid
A small yellowish-green to dark green aphid that attacks cotton, cucurbits, and citrus worldwide. It transmits numerous plant viruses and produces copious honeydew.
Did You Know?
Its body color varies from yellow to nearly black depending on temperature, crowding, and host plant quality.
Cuban Green June Beetle
A large metallic green scarab beetle found in Cuba and the Caribbean. It is a clumsy but powerful flier attracted to ripe fruit.
Did You Know?
It flies with its elytra closed, extending only the hindwings through side gaps, unlike most beetles.