Psyllid vs Small-eyed Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Psyllid | Small-eyed Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diaphorina citri | Paonias myops |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Liviidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 45-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Asia, Americas, Africa | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Small-eyed Sphinx Moth
A pinkish-brown sphinx moth whose hindwings bear a small blue eyespot ringed in black and yellow. It relies on camouflage at rest but flashes the eyespot when threatened.
Did You Know?
The species name 'myops' means 'short-sighted,' a reference to its notably small hindwing eyespot.