Sycamore Seed Bug vs Australian Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sycamore Seed Bug | Australian Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Belonochilus numenius | Froggattia olivinia |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Lygaeidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sycamore Seed Bug
A seed bug native to North America that feeds exclusively on sycamore seeds. It has recently invaded Europe where it spread rapidly.
Did You Know?
This species was first detected in Europe in 2008 and has since spread across the continent in less than a decade.
Australian Lace Bug
A small sap-sucking bug that infests eucalyptus trees, producing unsightly black sooty mould on leaves. It has intricately patterned lace-like wing extensions that give the family its common name.
Did You Know?
Female lace bugs guard their eggs and young nymphs, a rare example of parental care in true bugs.