South American Brown Stink Bug vs Canary-shouldered Thorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Brown Stink Bug | Canary-shouldered Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euschistus heros | Ennomos alniaria |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 35-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Brown Stink Bug
A dull brown shield bug and the most economically damaging stink bug in Brazilian soybean agriculture. It feeds on developing seed pods, causing major yield losses.
Did You Know?
A single bug feeding on a soybean pod for just one day can reduce seed weight by up to 20 percent.
Canary-shouldered Thorn
An autumn moth with bright canary-yellow fur on its thorax and warm orange-yellow wings. When at rest with wings raised, it closely resembles a dead birch leaf.
Did You Know?
Its vivid yellow thoracic fur is unique among British geometrid moths and makes it instantly recognisable.