Pear Psylla vs Spiny Oak Slug Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pear Psylla | Spiny Oak Slug Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cacopsylla pyri | Euclea delphinii |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Psyllidae | Limacodidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 22-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Pear Psylla
A small winged psyllid that is the most important insect pest of European pear orchards. Nymphs produce copious honeydew that causes fruit russeting and sooty mold.
Did You Know?
It can inject a toxin while feeding that causes a condition called psylla shock, which can kill young pear trees.
Spiny Oak Slug Moth
A small colorful moth with green, brown, and silver-spotted forewings. Its flattened, jewel-like caterpillar is green with red and yellow markings and bears stinging spines.
Did You Know?
The ornate caterpillar has been called one of the most beautiful in North America despite its painful sting.