Common Flower Bug vs Azalea Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Flower Bug | Azalea Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthocoris nemorum | Stephanitis pyrioides |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Anthocoridae | Tingidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | East Asia, North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Flower Bug
A tiny brown bug that is a voracious predator of aphids, mites and psyllids. An important biological control agent.
Did You Know?
Despite its tiny size it can consume dozens of aphids per day and is widely used in integrated pest management.
Azalea Lace Bug
A tiny lace bug with beautifully ornate, net-veined wings that is a major pest of azaleas and rhododendrons. Native to East Asia, it has become established in North America and Europe. Feeding causes white stippling on leaves.
Did You Know?
Females insert their eggs into leaf tissue and cover them with a dark varnish-like substance, making them nearly invisible to predators.