Goatweed Leafwing vs Squash Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Goatweed Leafwing | Squash Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anaea andria | Anasa tristis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Coreidae |
| Size | 55-75 mm wingspan | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Central and Eastern United States, northern Mexico | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Goatweed Leafwing
A bright orange butterfly whose angular wing shape and mottled brown underside create a perfect dead-leaf disguise when at rest. It almost never visits flowers.
Did You Know?
It overwinters as an adult, hiding among dead leaves where its camouflage makes it virtually invisible.
Squash Bug
A flat, dark grayish-brown bug that is a major pest of squash and pumpkin plants. When crushed, it emits a distinctly unpleasant odor similar to stink bugs.
Did You Know?
Squash bugs inject toxic saliva while feeding that causes a condition called anasa wilt, which can kill entire squash vines within days of a heavy infestation.