South American Lanternfly vs Pine Spittlebug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Lanternfly | Pine Spittlebug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Enchophora sanguinea | Aphrophora cribrata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Aphrophoridae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South America (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador) | North America |
| 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.
Pine Spittlebug
A large spittlebug that feeds on pine and other conifers, producing masses of froth on branches. Heavy infestations can cause branch dieback in young pine plantations.
Did You Know?
A single nymph can produce several milliliters of spittle per hour by pumping air into excreted xylem fluid.