Desert Stink Bug vs Texas Leafcutter Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Desert Stink Bug | Texas Leafcutter Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chlorochroa ligata | Atta texana |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 1.5-12 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Southern United States, Northern Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Texas Leafcutter Ant
The northernmost leafcutter ant species, found in the southern United States. Nests can extend 6 meters deep and cover large underground areas.
Did You Know?
Their underground nests can contain over 1,000 individual chambers connected by an intricate tunnel network.