Stink Bug vs Introduced Pine Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Stink Bug | Introduced Pine Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chinavia hilaris | Diprion similis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Diprionidae |
| Size | 13-19 mm | 7-10 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Introduced Pine Sawfly
A European sawfly introduced to North America that feeds on white pine and other five-needled pines. Larvae feed gregariously and can heavily defoliate trees.
Did You Know?
It was first detected in Connecticut in 1914 and quickly spread across northeastern North America.