Box Sucker vs Water Scorpion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Box Sucker | Water Scorpion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psylla buxi | Nepa cinerea |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Psyllidae | Nepidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 18-22 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Box Sucker
A tiny jumping plant louse that causes cupping and distortion of box leaves. Nymphs produce waxy secretions. Can cause significant damage to ornamental box hedges.
Did You Know?
Causes the characteristic cupped and distorted leaves seen on many box hedges in spring.
Water Scorpion
A flat aquatic bug that lurks in shallow water resembling a dead leaf. It breathes through a long tail-like siphon that breaks the water surface.
Did You Know?
Despite its name and scorpion-like raptorial forelegs, the water scorpion is a weak swimmer and instead ambushes prey from vegetation.