Amazonian Leafhopper vs Flatid Planthopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Amazonian Leafhopper | Flatid Planthopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Propetes schmidti | Metcalfa pruinosa |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cicadellidae | Flatidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | South America (Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador) | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Amazonian Leafhopper
A colorful leafhopper with a bright green body adorned with red and blue markings. It feeds on the sap of various understory plants in Amazonian forests. Like many leafhoppers, it is capable of powerful jumping to escape predators.
Did You Know?
It can jump over 100 times its body length in a single leap, using a catapult mechanism in its hind legs.
Flatid Planthopper
A small waxy-white planthopper native to North America that has invaded Europe. Nymphs produce long waxy filaments that make them look like tiny white flowers.
Did You Know?
Large aggregations of waxy nymphs on a branch can be mistaken for fungal growth or strange white blossoms.