Eucalyptus Psyllid vs Florida Leaf-footed Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eucalyptus Psyllid | Florida Leaf-footed Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blastopsylla occidentalis | Acanthocephala femorata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aphalaridae | Coreidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 18-22 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Africa, South America, Europe | Southeastern United States, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Eucalyptus Psyllid
An Australian psyllid that has become invasive in eucalyptus plantations worldwide. Nymphs produce distinctive white lerps on leaves.
Did You Know?
It spread to every continent where eucalyptus is planted within just two decades.
Florida Leaf-footed Bug
A large robust coreid bug with distinctive leaf-like expansions on its hind tibiae. It is dark brown to black with slightly expanded pronotal margins. Males possess greatly enlarged hind femora used in intrasexual combat.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it can release a pungent spray from scent glands that smells like rotten almonds and can stain skin temporarily.