Kudzu Bug vs Vivid Dancer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kudzu Bug | Vivid Dancer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megacopta cribraria | Argia vivida |
| Order | Coleoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Plataspidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 30-38 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | East Asia; invasive in southeastern US | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Kudzu Bug
A small, olive-green, globular beetle that feeds on kudzu and soybeans. It was first detected in North America in 2009.
Did You Know?
It emits a strong, unpleasant odor when crushed, similar to stink bugs.
Vivid Dancer
A brightly colored dancer damselfly of western North America with intense blue-violet markings. It thrives along desert streams and hot springs.
Did You Know?
It breeds in thermal springs where water temperatures would be lethal to most other damselflies.