Lined Stink Bug vs August Thorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lined Stink Bug | August Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Banasa dimidiata | Ennomos quercinaria |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 32-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern and central North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lined Stink Bug
A small green shield-shaped stink bug with a rounded body found on a wide variety of deciduous trees and shrubs. It is a common but often overlooked native species.
Did You Know?
It releases a pungent defensive odor from thoracic glands that smells strongly of cilantro or coriander.
August Thorn
A thorn moth flying in late summer with warm yellow-brown wings. Rests with wings spread flat. Larvae feed on oak and other deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
The angular wing shape and brown coloring give it a remarkable resemblance to a dry autumn leaf.