Psyllid vs Formosa Long-armed Scarab
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Psyllid | Formosa Long-armed Scarab |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diaphorina citri | Cheirotonus formosanus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Liviidae | Euchirinae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 40-60 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, Americas, Africa | Taiwan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Psyllid
A small sap-sucking insect that vectors citrus greening disease, the most devastating citrus disease worldwide. Infected trees produce bitter misshapen fruit and eventually die.
Did You Know?
The disease it spreads has caused billions of dollars in losses and threatens global citrus production.
Formosa Long-armed Scarab
A rare Taiwanese scarab with elongated forelimbs and a dark chestnut-brown body. It is found only in old-growth mountain forests on the island.
Did You Know?
Illegal collecting for the pet trade has made this one of the most threatened beetles in East Asia.