Japanese Blister Beetle vs Pine Spittlebug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Blister Beetle | Pine Spittlebug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epicauta gorhami | Aphrophora cribrata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Aphrophoridae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Blister Beetle
A black and orange striped blister beetle found in Japan and Korea. Known as 'tsuchi-hanmyo.' Contains cantharidin, a blistering agent, in its body fluids as a defense against predators.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, this beetle exudes hemolymph containing cantharidin from its leg joints, which can cause painful blisters on human skin.
Pine Spittlebug
A large spittlebug that feeds on pine and other conifers, producing masses of froth on branches. Heavy infestations can cause branch dieback in young pine plantations.
Did You Know?
A single nymph can produce several milliliters of spittle per hour by pumping air into excreted xylem fluid.