Moss Bug vs Box Sucker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Moss Bug | Box Sucker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Peloridium hammoniorum | Psylla buxi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Peloridiidae | Psyllidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | South America, Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Moss Bug
A tiny, flattened, living fossil found only in moist moss and liverwort beds in the Southern Hemisphere. The family dates back to the Jurassic period and retains many primitive features.
Did You Know?
Moss bugs belong to one of the most ancient surviving families of true bugs, essentially unchanged since the time of the dinosaurs over 150 million years ago.
Box Sucker
A tiny jumping plant louse that causes cupping and distortion of box leaves. Nymphs produce waxy secretions. Can cause significant damage to ornamental box hedges.
Did You Know?
Causes the characteristic cupped and distorted leaves seen on many box hedges in spring.