Ant-Mimicking Treehopper vs Koschevnikov's Honey Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ant-Mimicking Treehopper | Koschevnikov's Honey Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyphonia clavata | Apis koschevnikovi |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Membracidae | Apidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Borneo, Malaysia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Ant-Mimicking Treehopper
A treehopper with a pronotal projection shaped like an ant sitting on its back. The ant mimic is thought to deter predators from attacking.
Did You Know?
The "ant" on its back is actually a hollow extension of its pronotum viewed from certain angles.
Koschevnikov's Honey Bee
A reddish-orange cavity-nesting honey bee found in Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia. It prefers lowland dipterocarp forests and is rarely managed by beekeepers.
Did You Know?
Its distinctive copper-red coloration makes it one of the most visually striking honey bee species.