Ant-Mimicking Treehopper vs Rosy Apple Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ant-Mimicking Treehopper | Rosy Apple Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyphonia clavata | Dysaphis plantaginea |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Membracidae | Aphididae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Central America, South America | Europe, North America, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Rosy Apple Aphid
A purplish-gray aphid covered in a dusky waxy bloom that causes severe leaf curling and fruit deformation on apple trees. It is considered the most damaging aphid pest of apples.
Did You Know?
Even small colonies in spring can cause 'aphid apples' - stunted, misshapen fruit with a characteristic bumpy surface that makes them unmarketable.