Brazilian Treehopper vs Common Spreadwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Treehopper | Common Spreadwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bocydium globulare | Lestes sponsa |
| Order | Hemiptera | Odonata |
| Family | Membracidae | Lestidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 35-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | South America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brazilian Treehopper
One of the most bizarre insects alive — its helmet has bulbous globular projections resembling a tiny helicopter. The structures may confuse predators about the insects true shape.
Did You Know?
The treehoppers wild head ornaments are made from a modified pronotum — these structures evolved from wing-like precursors and are unlike anything else in the insect world.
Common Spreadwing
A slender metallic green damselfly that characteristically holds its wings half-open at rest. It is widespread across Europe and northern Asia.
Did You Know?
Spreadwing damselflies lay their eggs into the stems of plants above the waterline, and the eggs overwinter before hatching when water levels rise in spring.