Cotton Aphid vs Lined Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cotton Aphid | Lined Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphis gossypii | Banasa dimidiata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aphididae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 1-1.8 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Eastern and central North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
Lined Stink Bug
A small green shield-shaped stink bug with a rounded body found on a wide variety of deciduous trees and shrubs. It is a common but often overlooked native species.
Did You Know?
It releases a pungent defensive odor from thoracic glands that smells strongly of cilantro or coriander.