Brazilian Treehopper vs Peruvian Bark Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brazilian Treehopper | Peruvian Bark Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bocydium globulare | Liturgusa manausensis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Membracidae | Liturgusidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 22-30 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | South America | Brazil, Peru |
| 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.
Peruvian Bark Mantis
A bark mantis originally described from the Manaus region of Brazil but also found in Peru. It has a dark brown body with lighter speckles.
Did You Know?
It is most commonly collected using headlamp surveys on tree trunks at night.