Bee Killer Assassin Bug vs Mountain Leafhopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bee Killer Assassin Bug | Mountain Leafhopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apiomerus crassipes | Cicadella montana |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Reduviidae | Cicadellidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 7-9 mm body length |
| Habitat | Heathland | Mountains |
| Diet | Predators | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bee Killer Assassin Bug
An assassin bug that coats its legs with plant resin to capture bees visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
It applies sticky resin from plants to its forelegs like a trapping glue.
Mountain Leafhopper
A bright green leafhopper found on mountain herbs and shrubs. It feeds on plant phloem sap and can jump impressive distances.
Did You Know?
It can leap over 100 times its own body length to escape predators.