Lace Bug vs Citrus Spittlebug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lace Bug | Citrus Spittlebug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Corythucha ciliata | Clastoptera undulata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Clastopteridae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Southeastern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lace Bug
A tiny bug with extraordinary lace-like transparent wing covers that resemble intricate stained glass windows. It feeds on sycamore and plane tree leaves, causing silvery discoloration.
Did You Know?
The delicate lattice-like wing structure of lace bugs is so ornate and regular that it has inspired designs in jewelry, architecture, and 3D-printed materials.
Citrus Spittlebug
A small oval-shaped spittlebug with dark brown and cream banding. Nymphs produce frothy spittle masses on pecan, citrus, and other trees throughout the southeastern United States.
Did You Know?
Spittle masses produced by the nymphs can be so abundant on pecan trees that they rain down on people walking beneath, giving the impression of a light drizzle.