Lined Stink Bug vs Sermyle Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lined Stink Bug | Sermyle Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Banasa dimidiata | Sermyle mexicana |
| Order | Hemiptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Diapheromeridae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 6-9 cm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern and central North America | Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras |
| 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.
Sermyle Walkingstick
A medium-sized walkingstick native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical dry forests and woodland habitats.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widely distributed walkingstick species in Mesoamerica.