Oak Lace Bug vs Rothschild's Achias
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Lace Bug | Rothschild's Achias |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Corythucha arcuata | Achias rothschildi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Diptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Platystomatidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 15-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe (invasive since 2000s) | Papua New Guinea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Oak Lace Bug
A small whitish lace bug with darkened wing markings that feeds on oak trees. It is native to North America but has recently invaded Europe where it has become a serious pest. Heavy infestations can defoliate entire oak stands.
Did You Know?
Since its accidental introduction to Italy around 2000, it has spread across most of southern and central Europe at a rate of about 60 kilometers per year.
Rothschild's Achias
A remarkable Papua New Guinean fly where males have enormously elongated eye stalks. Males use their extended eyes to size up rivals. Has the largest head capsule of any known insect.
Did You Know?
Has the largest head capsule relative to body size of any insect, with eye stalks wider than its body.