Poultry Bug vs Common Green Capsid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Poultry Bug | Common Green Capsid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematosiphon inodorus | Lygocoris pabulinus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cimicidae | Miridae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Poultry Bug
A cimicid ectoparasite of poultry native to North America that is closely related to bed bugs. Heavy infestations can cause anemia and reduced egg production in chickens.
Did You Know?
Its natural hosts are cliff-nesting raptors, but it has adapted to parasitize domestic poultry.
Common Green Capsid
A bright green mirid bug that is a common pest of fruit trees and currants in Europe. It causes russeting and distortion of developing fruits. The adults are uniformly green and blend well with foliage.
Did You Know?
Damage caused to apple fruitlets in spring results in characteristic corky scars on mature apples, downgrading them from premium sale quality.