Neotropical Shield Bug vs Apple Sucker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Neotropical Shield Bug | Apple Sucker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Edessa meditabunda | Cacopsylla mali |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Psyllidae |
| Size | 12-17 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia | Europe, Central Asia, East Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Neotropical Shield Bug
A medium-sized green and brown shield-shaped stink bug common in South American agriculture. It is an important pest of soybeans and other legumes.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it releases aldehydes from thoracic glands that smell strongly of cilantro to repel attackers.
Apple Sucker
A small psyllid pest of apple trees with greenish-brown coloring that changes seasonally. Nymphs produce copious honeydew and waxy secretions on developing buds and flowers.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can cause complete failure of fruit set, as nymphs feeding inside flower clusters kill the developing blossoms before they can be pollinated.