Small Brown Planthopper vs Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Brown Planthopper | Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Laodelphax striatellus | Chinavia hilaris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Delphacidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 13-19 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Brown Planthopper
A tiny brown-striped delphacid planthopper that vectors rice stripe virus and rice black-streaked dwarf virus. It has a characteristic spur on its hind tibiae typical of delphacids.
Did You Know?
Unlike tropical rice planthoppers, this species can overwinter in temperate regions, surviving cold winters as nymphs in grass tussocks.
Stink Bug
A bright green shield bug common across North America, formerly known as Acrosternum hilare. It has narrow orange-yellow borders along the body margins. It is a pest of soybeans, cotton, and various fruit crops.
Did You Know?
It was recently reclassified from the genus Acrosternum to Chinavia based on molecular studies, causing much confusion among pest management professionals.