Green Rice Leafhopper vs Indian Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Rice Leafhopper | Indian Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nephotettix virescens | Bagrada hilaris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Rice Leafhopper
A major pest of rice in tropical Asia, transmitting tungro virus disease. It is one of the most economically damaging leafhoppers in the world.
Did You Know?
Rice tungro virus transmitted by this leafhopper can destroy entire rice harvests, threatening food security for millions.
Indian Stink Bug
A small, shield-shaped bug with a distinctive black and orange pattern. It is a serious pest of cruciferous crops, particularly mustard, and releases a pungent defensive odor when disturbed.
Did You Know?
This pest has become invasive in the United States and is now established in California, where it damages organic vegetable crops.