Flatid Planthopper vs Peachtree Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flatid Planthopper | Peachtree Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metcalfa pruinosa | Synanthedon exitiosa |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Flatidae | Sesiidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 25–33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Flatid Planthopper
A small waxy-white planthopper native to North America that has invaded Europe. Nymphs produce long waxy filaments that make them look like tiny white flowers.
Did You Know?
Large aggregations of waxy nymphs on a branch can be mistaken for fungal growth or strange white blossoms.
Peachtree Borer
A clearwing moth that is the most destructive borer of peach trees in North America. Larvae feed in the bark at the soil line of stone fruit trees.
Did You Know?
A single larva can girdle and kill a young peach tree in one season by feeding completely around the trunk base.