South American Lanternfly vs Koa Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Lanternfly | Koa Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Enchophora sanguinea | Coleotichus blackburniae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Scutelleridae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South America (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador) | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Koa Bug
A colorful jewel bug endemic to Hawaii with metallic green, gold, and red coloring. It feeds on koa and other native trees.
Did You Know?
Invasive parasitoid wasps have drastically reduced its numbers across the Hawaiian Islands.