Psyllid vs Swamp Cicada
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Psyllid | Swamp Cicada |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diaphorina citri | Neotibicen tibicen |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Liviidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 30-38 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Wetlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, Americas, Africa | Eastern and central United States |
| 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.
Swamp Cicada
A large dark cicada with green markings and a loud droning call heard in late summer. It is often called the morning cicada because it frequently calls during morning hours.
Did You Know?
Unlike most cicadas that call in afternoon heat, it often sings during cooler morning and evening hours.