South American Lanternfly vs Bronze Orange Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Lanternfly | Bronze Orange Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Enchophora sanguinea | Musgraveia sulciventris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Tessaratomidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South America (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador) | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
South American Lanternfly
A bright red and black fulgorid planthopper with a moderately elongated head process. It feeds on tree sap in tropical forests and is most active at night. When disturbed, it reveals hindwings with dark eyespot patterns.
Did You Know?
Despite the name lanternfly, neither this species nor any other fulgorid actually produces light.
Bronze Orange Bug
A large, bronze-colored shield bug that is a pest of citrus trees in eastern Australia. Nymphs are bright green and change to bronze as they mature. It can squirt a foul-smelling, burning liquid at perceived threats.
Did You Know?
Its defensive spray can cause skin burns and temporary blindness, and Australian gardeners are advised to wear eye protection when handling infested citrus trees.