Montieth's Leaf Insect vs Pink Wax Scale Whitefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Montieth's Leaf Insect | Pink Wax Scale Whitefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium monteithi | Aleurocanthus woglumi |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Hemiptera |
| Family | Phylliidae | Aleyrodidae |
| Size | 5-8 cm | 1-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia (Queensland) | Asia (native), Americas, Africa (invasive) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Montieth's Leaf Insect
A leaf insect from the tropical forests of Queensland, Australia. It is one of only a few Phylliidae species found on the Australian continent.
Did You Know?
It is one of the southernmost-ranging leaf insects in the world.
Pink Wax Scale Whitefly
Known as the citrus blackfly, this whitefly has dark sooty-colored pupae that distinguish it from other whitefly species. Heavy infestations coat leaves in thick black sooty mold.
Did You Know?
It was successfully controlled in many countries using the parasitoid wasp Amitus hesperidum, one of the classic triumphs of biological pest control.