Pine Bark Adelgid vs Hawaiian Planthopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Bark Adelgid | Hawaiian Planthopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pineus strobi | Nesosydne chambersi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Adelgidae | Delphacidae |
| Size | 0.5-1 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Pine Bark Adelgid
An adelgid that feeds on the bark of eastern white pine, producing white waxy wool on trunks and branches. Heavy infestations weaken young trees.
Did You Know?
Its white woolly coating on pine bark is often the first sign noticed by forest managers.
Hawaiian Planthopper
A tiny planthopper endemic to Hawaii that feeds on native grasses. It is one of over 100 Nesosydne species that evolved on the islands.
Did You Know?
The genus Nesosydne underwent one of the most spectacular adaptive radiations of any insect group in Hawaii.