Poinsettia Thrips vs Great Orange Tip
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Poinsettia Thrips | Great Orange Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Echinothrips americanus | Hebomoia glaucippe |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Thripidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 1.3-1.7 mm | Wingspan 75-100mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Poinsettia Thrips
A dark brown thrips originally from eastern North America now invasive in European greenhouses. It feeds on a wide range of ornamental plants.
Did You Know?
Unlike most thrips, this species completes its entire life cycle on the leaf surface and never enters the soil.
Great Orange Tip
The largest pierid butterfly in the world with white wings bearing brilliant orange tips. It has a fast powerful flight.
Did You Know?
Its underwing pattern perfectly mimics a dead leaf providing excellent camouflage when it rests with wings closed.