Cherry Blossom Weevil vs Three-Horned Treehopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cherry Blossom Weevil | Three-Horned Treehopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthonomus rectirostris | Ceresa taurina |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Membracidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Gardens |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cherry Blossom Weevil
A small weevil that feeds on cherry blossoms in Japan, emerging in spring to coincide with sakura season. Females lay eggs in flower buds, where larvae develop inside the developing cherry fruit.
Did You Know?
This weevil's life cycle is perfectly synchronized with cherry blossom season, emerging just as the buds begin to open each spring.
Three-Horned Treehopper
A green treehopper with three pointed pronotal horns giving it a distinctive crown-like silhouette. It is a minor pest of various ornamental and fruit trees in North America.
Did You Know?
Females cut slits in bark to lay eggs, and these oviposition scars can damage young fruit tree branches, occasionally causing economic losses in nurseries.