Community identification
Lace Bug
Corythucha sp.
- Order & Family
- Hemiptera / Tingidae
- Size
- 2 to 8 mm
Natural Habitat
Leaves of trees and shrubs, particularly on the underside
Diet & Feeding
Plant sap from host plants (deciduous trees and shrubs)
Behavior Patterns
They are slow-moving and often found in groups. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis and can have multiple generations per year.
Risks & Benefits
They can cause yellowing or 'stippling' on leaves, but are generally not harmful to humans. They are mostly considered cosmetic pests to garden plants.