Giant Leaf-Footed Bug vs Mango Mealybug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Leaf-Footed Bug | Mango Mealybug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthocephala declivis | Drosicha mangiferae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Monophlebidae |
| Size | 20-27 mm | 8-15 mm (females) |
| Habitat | Heathland | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Leaf-Footed Bug
One of the largest leaf-footed bugs in North America with broad hind tibiae. Adults emit a strong fruity odor when disturbed.
Did You Know?
Its defensive scent is described as pleasantly fruity, unlike the foul odors produced by most stink bugs.
Mango Mealybug
A large, soft-bodied mealybug covered in white waxy secretions that infests mango trees. Nymphs crawl up mango trunks in huge numbers during winter, clustering on tender shoots and flowers to suck sap.
Did You Know?
Banding mango tree trunks with sticky tape or polythene sheets is a traditional control method that traps the crawling nymphs.