Cuban Laurel Thrips vs Carolina Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cuban Laurel Thrips | Carolina Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gynaikothrips ficorum | Diapheromera carolina |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Phlaeothripidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 2.5-3.0 mm | 6-9 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia, North America, South America, Oceania | United States (Southeastern) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cuban Laurel Thrips
A large dark thrips that causes leaf rolling on Ficus species. Colonies live inside the rolled leaves they create.
Did You Know?
Entire colonies of hundreds of individuals live communally inside a single rolled fig leaf.
Carolina Walkingstick
A walkingstick found in the southeastern United States, closely related to the northern walkingstick. It prefers warmer, more humid habitats.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes difficult to distinguish from Diapheromera femorata without examining genitalic structures.