Sumac Gall Aphid vs House Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sumac Gall Aphid | House Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melaphis rhois | Hylotrupes bajulus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pemphigidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 1-3 mm | 8–25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, North America, South Africa, Australia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Sumac Gall Aphid
A gall-forming aphid that produces large hollow galls on sumac trees in which colonies live and reproduce. Soldier nymphs defend the gall from invaders using their thickened front legs.
Did You Know?
Their soldier caste is composed of sterile first-instar nymphs that sacrifice their development to protect the colony.
House Longhorn Beetle
A serious structural pest of softwood timber in buildings worldwide. Larvae can feed inside roof timbers for up to ten years before emerging.
Did You Know?
Larvae can be heard chewing inside timber, making rasping sounds that are audible through walls.