Eastern Snowy Tree Cricket vs Cotton Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Snowy Tree Cricket | Cotton Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Quesada gigas | Aphis gossypii |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadidae | Aphididae |
| Size | 55-65 mm | 1-1.8 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Eastern Snowy Tree Cricket
One of the largest Neotropical cicadas with a body length exceeding 60 mm. It has greenish transparent wings and a robust body, producing an enormously loud call.
Did You Know?
In Costa Rica and Brazil, it is commonly called 'chicharra' and its deafening chorus marks the transition from dry season to wet season.
Cotton Aphid
A small yellowish-green to dark green aphid that attacks cotton, cucurbits, and citrus worldwide. It transmits numerous plant viruses and produces copious honeydew.
Did You Know?
Its body color varies from yellow to nearly black depending on temperature, crowding, and host plant quality.