Desert Stink Bug vs Koa Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Stink Bug | Koa Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlorochroa ligata | Coleotichus blackburniae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Scutelleridae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Desert Stink Bug
A green shield bug with a distinctive orange or red border found in arid western North America. It feeds on a variety of desert shrubs and weeds.
Did You Know?
It releases a pungent chemical from thoracic glands that smells like cilantro to some people.
Koa Bug
A colorful jewel bug endemic to Hawaii with metallic green, gold, and red coloring. It feeds on koa and other native trees.
Did You Know?
Invasive parasitoid wasps have drastically reduced its numbers across the Hawaiian Islands.