Desert Clastoptera vs Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Clastoptera | Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Clastoptera arizonana | Myzus persicae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Clastopteridae | Aphididae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 1-3 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Desert Clastoptera
A tiny spittlebug found on desert shrubs in the American Southwest. Nymphs surround themselves with a frothy mass for moisture and protection.
Did You Know?
The frothy spittle covering its nymphs provides insulation from extreme desert temperatures.
Aphid
Tiny sap-sucking insects with extraordinary reproduction. Can reproduce without mating (parthenogenesis) and give birth to live young that are already pregnant, telescoping generations.
Did You Know?
Aphids can telescope generations — a female can contain a developing daughter, who already has a developing granddaughter inside her, all without mating.