Myiasis-Causing Flesh Fly vs Neotropical Green Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Myiasis-Causing Flesh Fly | Neotropical Green Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Wohlfahrtia vigil | Nezara viridula |
| Order | Diptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Sarcophagidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasites | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | North America, especially northern United States and Canada | Pantropical, abundant in South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Myiasis-Causing Flesh Fly
A large flesh fly found in North America that causes obligate dermal myiasis in small animals including rabbits, mink, and fox kits on fur farms. Females deposit active larvae on the unbroken skin of young animals, and larvae burrow into subcutaneous tissue. Human cases are rare but documented in infants.
Did You Know?
It preferentially attacks the young of furbearing animals, causing significant losses on mink and fox fur farms in North America.
Neotropical Green Stink Bug
A bright green shield bug with a wide, flat body and triangular scutellum. It is one of the most destructive agricultural pests across tropical regions worldwide.
Did You Know?
Males attract mates by vibrating their abdomens on plant surfaces, sending species-specific songs through the stem.