Stink Bug vs Bronze Orange Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stink Bug | Bronze Orange Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chinavia hilaris | Musgraveia sulciventris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Tessaratomidae |
| Size | 13-19 mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Stink Bug
A bright green shield bug common across North America, formerly known as Acrosternum hilare. It has narrow orange-yellow borders along the body margins. It is a pest of soybeans, cotton, and various fruit crops.
Did You Know?
It was recently reclassified from the genus Acrosternum to Chinavia based on molecular studies, causing much confusion among pest management professionals.
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.