Hemlock Woolly Adelgid vs Florida Leaf-footed Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hemlock Woolly Adelgid | Florida Leaf-footed Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adelges tsugae | Acanthocephala femorata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Adelgidae | Coreidae |
| Size | 0.8-1.5 mm | 18-22 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America | Southeastern United States, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
A devastating invasive pest of eastern hemlock in North America, originally from East Asia. It feeds at the base of needles, killing branches and eventually the tree.
Did You Know?
It has killed millions of hemlocks from Georgia to Maine since its detection in the 1950s.
Florida Leaf-footed Bug
A large robust coreid bug with distinctive leaf-like expansions on its hind tibiae. It is dark brown to black with slightly expanded pronotal margins. Males possess greatly enlarged hind femora used in intrasexual combat.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it can release a pungent spray from scent glands that smells like rotten almonds and can stain skin temporarily.