Introduced Pine Sawfly vs Japanese Green Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Introduced Pine Sawfly | Japanese Green Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diprion similis | Nezara antennata |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm (adult) | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Introduced Pine Sawfly
A European sawfly introduced to North America that feeds on white pine and other five-needled pines. Larvae feed gregariously and can heavily defoliate trees.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in Connecticut in 1914 and quickly spread across northeastern North America.
Japanese Green Stink Bug
A bright green shield bug common across Japan and Korea. Changes color to brown in autumn as a seasonal camouflage adaptation. A pest of soybeans and other crops.
Did You Know?
This stink bug undergoes a remarkable seasonal color change, turning from bright green in summer to reddish-brown in autumn, triggered by day length.