Creosote Lace Bug vs Common Flower Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Creosote Lace Bug | Common Flower Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Corythucha morrilli | Anthocoris nemorum |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Anthocoridae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 3-4mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Creosote Lace Bug
A tiny lace bug with delicate, ornately patterned wings found on creosote bushes. It feeds in groups on the underside of leaves.
Did You Know?
Its transparent, lace-like wing extensions may help camouflage it against the sunlit surface of leaves.
Common Flower Bug
A tiny brown bug that is a voracious predator of aphids, mites and psyllids. An important biological control agent.
Did You Know?
Despite its tiny size it can consume dozens of aphids per day and is widely used in integrated pest management.