Hawthorn Shieldbug vs Owl Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hawthorn Shieldbug | Owl Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthosoma haemorrhoidale | Clogmia albipunctata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Diptera |
| Family | Acanthosomatidae | Psychodidae |
| Size | 13-17 mm | 2-5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Cosmopolitan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hawthorn Shieldbug
A large green-and-red shieldbug common on hawthorn trees across Europe. It produces a strong, pungent smell from thoracic scent glands when handled.
Did You Know?
Its red-tipped abdomen peeking out from under the green wings gives it the memorable alternative name 'red-rumped shieldbug.'
Owl Midge
A small fuzzy moth-like fly found in bathrooms and drains worldwide. Its larvae feed on gelatinous films of bacteria inside drainage pipes.
Did You Know?
Despite living in unsanitary conditions, it is not known to transmit any diseases to humans.