Spotted Lanternfly vs Bates' Rosalia
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Lanternfly | Bates' Rosalia |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lycorma delicatula | Rosalia batesi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Fulgoridae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 25 mm | 18-30 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, North America (invasive) | Japan (Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Spotted Lanternfly
A colorful invasive planthopper from China threatening vineyards, orchards, and hardwood forests in North America. Adults have striking red hindwings revealed in flight.
Did You Know?
Spotted lanternflies are such a threat that multiple US states have quarantine zones — citizens are legally instructed to kill any lanternfly they see on sight.
Bates' Rosalia
A rare and beautiful longhorn beetle with pale lavender-grey elytra and contrasting black spots, found in the temperate forests of Japan. It is named after the famous naturalist Henry Walter Bates. Adults appear briefly in midsummer.
Did You Know?
Despite being the subject of intense collector interest, this species remains poorly studied in the wild.