Lily Thrips vs Rose Thrips
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lily Thrips | Rose Thrips |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Liothrips vaneeckei | Thrips fuscipennis |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Thysanoptera |
| Family | Phlaeothripidae | Thripidae |
| Size | 1.8-2.5 mm | 1.2-1.6 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Omnivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Lily Thrips
A dark, stout thrips that damages lily bulbs in storage and in the field. It feeds between bulb scales causing brown sunken spots.
Did You Know?
Lily thrips can remain hidden deep between bulb scales, making them extremely difficult to detect during inspection.
Rose Thrips
A common European thrips found in rose flowers and other blossoms. It feeds on pollen and flower petals.
Did You Know?
Rose thrips are one of the most frequently encountered insects when sniffing garden roses on summer days.