Ornate Derbid vs South American Brown Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ornate Derbid | South American Brown Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cedusa ornata | Euschistus heros |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Derbidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern United States, Caribbean | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ornate Derbid
A tiny planthopper with delicate wings featuring intricate brown patterning. Adults have characteristically elongated wings that extend well beyond the body.
Did You Know?
The switch from fungal feeding as nymphs to plant sap feeding as adults represents one of the most dramatic dietary shifts in the insect world.
South American Brown Stink Bug
A dull brown shield bug and the most economically damaging stink bug in Brazilian soybean agriculture. It feeds on developing seed pods, causing major yield losses.
Did You Know?
A single bug feeding on a soybean pod for just one day can reduce seed weight by up to 20 percent.