Poultry Bug vs Elm Zigzag Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Poultry Bug | Elm Zigzag Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematosiphon inodorus | Aproceros leucopoda |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Cimicidae | Argidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | East Asia, invasive in 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.
Elm Zigzag Sawfly
A small, pale green sawfly of East Asian origin that has become invasive in Europe. Larvae create distinctive zigzag feeding patterns on elm leaves.
Did You Know?
This species reproduces entirely by parthenogenesis in its invasive range; males have never been found in Europe.