Black-and-Red Froghopper vs Smoke-Tree Sharpshooter
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black-and-Red Froghopper | Smoke-Tree Sharpshooter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cercopis arcuata | Homalodisca liturata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cercopidae | Cicadellidae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 11-13 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Indoors |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Mediterranean | North America, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black-and-Red Froghopper
A southern European froghopper similar to C. vulnerata but with differently shaped red markings. It is common in Mediterranean grasslands.
Did You Know?
Its bright coloration warns predators of its distasteful body chemistry, a defense rare among xylem-feeders.
Smoke-Tree Sharpshooter
A large leafhopper native to the southwestern US and Mexico closely related to the glassy-winged sharpshooter. It is a vector of xylem-dwelling plant pathogens.
Did You Know?
Unlike most leafhoppers, it feeds on xylem sap which is so nutrient-poor it must process enormous volumes daily.