Thistle Lace Bug vs White-Tipped Planthopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thistle Lace Bug | White-Tipped Planthopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tingis cardui | Siphanta acuta |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Flatidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, introduced to Hawaii, California, Mediterranean |
| 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.
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.