Whitefly vs Koa Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Whitefly | Koa Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bemisia tabaci | Coleotichus blackburniae |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aleyrodidae | Scutelleridae |
| Size | 1-1.5 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Cosmopolitan in warm regions | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Whitefly
A tiny sap-sucking insect that transmits over 100 plant viruses worldwide. It is one of the most destructive agricultural pests in tropical and subtropical regions.
Did You Know?
It is actually a complex of over 40 cryptic species that are morphologically nearly identical.
Koa Bug
A colorful jewel bug endemic to Hawaii with metallic green, gold, and red coloring. It feeds on koa and other native trees.
Did You Know?
Invasive parasitoid wasps have drastically reduced its numbers across the Hawaiian Islands.