White-Tipped Planthopper vs Tarnished Plant Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-Tipped Planthopper | Tarnished Plant Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Siphanta acuta | Lygus lineolaris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Flatidae | Miridae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, introduced to Hawaii, California, Mediterranean | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White-Tipped Planthopper
A bright green, wedge-shaped planthopper with white-tipped wings that mimics a small leaf. It is a common pest that has spread to many subtropical regions.
Did You Know?
It holds its wings steeply tent-like over its body, creating a perfect leaf-shaped silhouette.
Tarnished Plant Bug
A small, mottled brown and green plant bug that is one of the most damaging agricultural pests in North America. It feeds on over 300 plant species, causing distorted growth and blemished fruits. The adults are strong fliers that readily colonize new fields.
Did You Know?
Its feeding injects a toxin that destroys plant cells around the feeding site, causing the characteristic dimpled, scarred appearance on strawberries known as 'catfacing.'