Thistle Lace Bug vs Cotton Harlequin Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thistle Lace Bug | Cotton Harlequin Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tingis cardui | Tectocoris diophthalmus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Scutelleridae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thistle Lace Bug
A small, beautifully structured lace bug found on creeping thistle. Wings have an intricate latticed pattern. Causes yellowing and stippling of thistle leaves.
Did You Know?
The extraordinary wing structure is so delicate and ornate that it inspired Victorian microscopists.
Cotton Harlequin Bug
One of Australia's most colourful insects, with a brilliant metallic orange and iridescent blue-black shield-shaped body. The colour pattern varies between individuals, with females being larger and more brightly marked.
Did You Know?
Females guard their eggs and young nymphs, standing over them protectively in a rare display of maternal care for a bug.